Barigawan - Churhat, Sidhi
Barigawan is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Barigawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barigawan is 502502. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.51 hectares and falls under the 486771 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barigawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barigawan
As per Census 2011, Barigawan village has a total population of 3,815 people, consisting of 1,803 males and 2,012 females. The village has 746 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 735 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,856 literate and 1,959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 594 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barigawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,815 | 1,803 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 735 | 389 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 232 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 284 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 1,856 | 1,038 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,959 | 765 | 1,194 |
Nearby Villages of Barigawan
Barigawan 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 Barigawan
Barigawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Churhat to Barigawan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Barigawan is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barigawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barigawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barigawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barigawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barigawan
Where is Barigawan located?
Barigawan village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barigawan?
Barigawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barigawan?
The pincode of Barigawan is 486771.
What is the population of Barigawan?
Barigawan has a total population of 3,815, including 1,803 males and 2,012 females.
How many households are there in Barigawan?
There are 746 households in Barigawan.
What is the literacy rate in Barigawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barigawan is 48.65%. Male literacy is 57.57% and female literacy is 40.66%.