Barhanpur - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Barhanpur is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Shevgaon and around 60 km from Ahmadnagar. Barhanpur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhanpur is 557838. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.17 hectares and falls under the 414505 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Barhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Barhanpur village had a total population of 608 people, including 322 males and 286 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
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 | 608 | 322 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 242 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 80 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Barhanpur
Barhanpur 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 Barhanpur
Barhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Barhanpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhanpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barhanpur
Where is Barhanpur located?
Barhanpur village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barhanpur?
Barhanpur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barhanpur?
The pincode of Barhanpur is 414505.
What is the population of Barhanpur?
Barhanpur had a total population of 608, including 322 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Barhanpur?
Barhanpur had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhanpur was 73.03%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 61.18%.