Bahdawad - Kurai, Seoni
Bahdawad is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Rampuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahdawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahdawad is 497198. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.45 hectares and falls under the 480881 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bahdawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahdawad
According to the 2011 Census, Bahdawad village had a total population of 738 people, including 377 males and 361 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.06%, with male literacy at 91.72% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 377 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 255 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 310 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 67 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Bahdawad
Bahdawad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bahdawad
Bahdawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Bahdawad is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahdawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahdawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bahdawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahdawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahdawad
Where is Bahdawad located?
Bahdawad village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahdawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahdawad is Rampuri.
What is the pincode of Bahdawad?
The pincode of Bahdawad is 480881.
What is the population of Bahdawad?
Bahdawad had a total population of 738, including 377 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Bahdawad?
Bahdawad had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahdawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahdawad was 79.06%. Male literacy was 91.72% and female literacy was 65.73%.