Bairagad - Dharni, Amravati
Bairagad is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Bairagad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairagad is 531473. The village covers a total geographical area of 1098 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Bairagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bairagad
As per Census 2011, Bairagad village has a total population of 3,228 people, consisting of 1,659 males and 1,569 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,146 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairagad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,228 | 1,659 | 1,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 269 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 155 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,597 | 826 | 771 |
| Literate Population | 2,146 | 1,178 | 968 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 481 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Bairagad
Bairagad 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 Bairagad
Bairagad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Bairagad is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Bairagad is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bairagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairagad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairagad
Where is Bairagad located?
Bairagad village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairagad?
Bairagad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bairagad?
The pincode of Bairagad is 444702.
What is the population of Bairagad?
Bairagad has a total population of 3,228, including 1,659 males and 1,569 females.
How many households are there in Bairagad?
There are 611 households in Bairagad.
What is the literacy rate in Bairagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairagad is 66.48%. Male literacy is 71.01% and female literacy is 61.70%.