Behrawal - Kalapipal, Shajapur
Behrawal is a village situated in the Kalapipal tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalapipal and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Bhrawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Behrawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Behrawal is 473137. The village covers a total geographical area of 2241.89 hectares and falls under the 465337 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Behrawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalapipal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Behrawal
As per Census 2011, Behrawal village has a total population of 6,208 people, consisting of 3,248 males and 2,960 females. The village has 1,181 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,892 literate and 2,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Behrawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,208 | 3,248 | 2,960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 769 | 417 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,178 | 605 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 3,892 | 2,386 | 1,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,316 | 862 | 1,454 |
Nearby Villages of Behrawal
Behrawal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjary | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Tungni | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Kadi Khedi | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Agkhedi | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Chouki Niranjanpur | West | 4.03 km |
| Richhadi | East | 4.16 km |
| Imli Kheda | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Gunpipli | South | 4.32 km |
| Nipanya Khanjar | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Tajpur Gauri | West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Behrawal
Behrawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalapipal, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shujalpur to Behrawal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Behrawal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Behrawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Behrawal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Behrawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Behrawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Behrawal
Where is Behrawal located?
Behrawal village is located in Kalapipal Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Behrawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Behrawal is Bhrawal.
What is the pincode of Behrawal?
The pincode of Behrawal is 465337.
What is the population of Behrawal?
Behrawal has a total population of 6,208, including 3,248 males and 2,960 females.
How many households are there in Behrawal?
There are 1,181 households in Behrawal.
What is the literacy rate in Behrawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Behrawal is 62.69%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 50.88%.