Bargawan - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Bargawan is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Bakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bargawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bargawan is 503385. The village covers a total geographical area of 862.25 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Bargawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bargawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bargawan village had a total population of 1,133 people, including 577 males and 556 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.38%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 46.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 719.
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 | 1,133 | 577 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 719 | 358 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 292 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 285 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Bargawan
Bargawan 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 Bargawan
Public transport in the Bargawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Bargawan is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bargawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bargawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bargawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bargawan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bargawan
Where is Bargawan located?
Bargawan village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bargawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bargawan is Bakia.
What is the pincode of Bargawan?
The pincode of Bargawan is 486882.
What is the population of Bargawan?
Bargawan had a total population of 1,133, including 577 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Bargawan?
Bargawan had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bargawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bargawan was 55.38%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 46.70%.