Bahgad
Bahgad is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Bhagarh is the gram panchayat of Bahgad village.
Here you can discover what makes Bahgad unique in its vibrant Jaitpur-Shahdol region. You’ll see Bahgad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bahgad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahgad is 501691. The village spans a total geographical area of 836.01 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Bahgad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Bahgad
Population of Bahgad
According to the 2011 Census, Bahgad has a total population of about 1,920, with approximately 954 males and 966 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 289 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 436 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 853. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.15%, with male literacy at about 63.63% and female literacy near 48.76%. There are around 493 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahgad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,920 | 954 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 153 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 223 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 853 | 406 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 1,078 | 607 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 347 | 495 |
Connectivity of Bahgad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahgad. As per the 2011 stats, Bahgad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahgad
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahgad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahgad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahgad
- Where is Bahgad located?
- Bahgad village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahgad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bahgad is Bhagarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Bahgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahgad is 1,920, with 954 males and 966 females.
- How many households are there in Bahgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahgad village has a total of 493 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahgad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahgad is 56.15%. The male literacy rate is 63.63%, while the female literacy rate is 48.76%.