Bhatgawan Kalan - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Bhatgawan Kalan is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Bhatigawankhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatgawan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatgawan Kalan is 501126. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.68 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhatgawan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatgawan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bhatgawan Kalan village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 348 males and 334 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatgawan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 348 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 292 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 247 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 101 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatgawan Kalan
Bhatgawan Kalan 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 Bhatgawan Kalan
Bhatgawan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaisinghnagar to Bhatgawan Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Bhatgawan Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatgawan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatgawan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatgawan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatgawan Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatgawan Kalan
Where is Bhatgawan Kalan located?
Bhatgawan Kalan village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatgawan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatgawan Kalan is Bhatigawankhurd.
What is the pincode of Bhatgawan Kalan?
The pincode of Bhatgawan Kalan is 484771.
What is the population of Bhatgawan Kalan?
Bhatgawan Kalan has a total population of 682, including 348 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Bhatgawan Kalan?
There are 182 households in Bhatgawan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatgawan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatgawan Kalan is 61.73%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 52.10%.