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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Barugavhan village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 448 males and 411 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 790 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barugavhan are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Barugavhan?
Barugavhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barugavhan?
The pincode of Barugavhan is 444807.
What is the population of Barugavhan?
Barugavhan has a total population of 859, including 448 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Barugavhan?
There are 149 households in Barugavhan.
What is the literacy rate in Barugavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barugavhan is 58.09%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 45.26%.