Bhatgawan Khurd - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Bhatgawan Khurd 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 Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatgawan Khurd is 501125. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.14 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhatgawan Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Bhatgawan Khurd village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 393 males and 399 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatgawan Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 393 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 775 | 385 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 263 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 130 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatgawan Khurd
Bhatgawan Khurd 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 Khurd
Bhatgawan Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Khurd is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Bhatgawan Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatgawan Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatgawan Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhatgawan Khurd
Where is Bhatgawan Khurd located?
Bhatgawan Khurd village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatgawan Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatgawan Khurd is Bhatigawankhurd.
What is the pincode of Bhatgawan Khurd?
The pincode of Bhatgawan Khurd is 484771.
What is the population of Bhatgawan Khurd?
Bhatgawan Khurd has a total population of 792, including 393 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Bhatgawan Khurd?
There are 199 households in Bhatgawan Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatgawan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatgawan Khurd is 56.82%. Male literacy is 66.92% and female literacy is 46.87%.