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
As per Census 2011, Bahagawan village has a total population of 1,784 people, consisting of 932 males and 852 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahagawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 932 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 150 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,784, including 932 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Bahagawan?
There are 318 households in Bahagawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bahagawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahagawan is 50.17%. Male literacy is 60.73% and female literacy is 38.62%.