Bahagawan - Narwar, Shivpuri
Bahagawan is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bahganwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahagawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahagawan is 455514. The village covers a total geographical area of 1044.46 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bahagawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahagawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bahagawan village had a total population of 1,784 people, including 932 males and 852 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.55%, with male literacy at 72.38% and female literacy at 45.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 367.
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 | 1,784 | 932 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 150 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 566 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 366 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Bahagawan
Bahagawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulha | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Nainagir | South | 3.46 km |
| Khadicha | East | 3.64 km |
| Dhamdholi | West | 4.04 km |
| Chitahari | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Sihore | North | 4.63 km |
| Sund | West | 5.33 km |
| Rajpur | North-East | 5.60 km |
| Ramgadha | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Fatehpur | South-East | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahagawan
Bahagawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Bahagawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Bahagawan is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahagawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahagawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahagawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahagawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahagawan
Where is Bahagawan located?
Bahagawan village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahagawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahagawan is Bahganwa.
What is the pincode of Bahagawan?
The pincode of Bahagawan is 473880.
What is the population of Bahagawan?
Bahagawan had a total population of 1,784, including 932 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Bahagawan?
Bahagawan had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahagawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahagawan was 59.55%. Male literacy was 72.38% and female literacy was 45.63%.