Barugavhan - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Barugavhan is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Barugavhan village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barugavhan is 531617. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.7 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Barugavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barugavhan
According to the 2011 Census, Barugavhan village had a total population of 859 people, including 448 males and 411 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.52%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 52.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 790.
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 | 859 | 448 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 790 | 408 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 313 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 135 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Barugavhan
Barugavhan 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 Barugavhan
Barugavhan 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Barugavhan is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Barugavhan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barugavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barugavhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barugavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barugavhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barugavhan
Where is Barugavhan located?
Barugavhan village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barugavhan?
Barugavhan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barugavhan?
The pincode of Barugavhan is 444807.
What is the population of Barugavhan?
Barugavhan had a total population of 859, including 448 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Barugavhan?
Barugavhan had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barugavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barugavhan was 67.52%. Male literacy was 81.72% and female literacy was 52.25%.