Baragaon
Baragaon is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Maliguda is the gram panchayat of Baragaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Baragaon unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Baragaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Baragaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baragaon is 423784. The village spans a total geographical area of 413 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766023. Junagarh is nearest town to Baragaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Baragaon
Population of Baragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Baragaon has a total population of about 2,230, with approximately 1,075 males and 1,155 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 234. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.04%, with male literacy at about 60.37% and female literacy near 28.83%. There are around 555 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Baragaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,230 | 1,075 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 151 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 110 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 649 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 426 | 822 |
Connectivity of Baragaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baragaon. As per the 2011 stats, Baragaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baragaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Baragaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baragaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baragaon
- Where is Baragaon located?
- Baragaon village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baragaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baragaon is Maliguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Baragaon?
- The pincode of Baragaon is 766023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baragaon is 2,230, with 1,075 males and 1,155 females.
- How many households are there in Baragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baragaon village has a total of 555 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baragaon is 44.04%. The male literacy rate is 60.37%, while the female literacy rate is 28.83%.