Bajhera Kalan - Weir, Bharatpur
Bajhera Kalan is a village situated in the Weir tehsil of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Weir and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bharatpur. Bajherakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajhera Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajhera Kalan is 074989. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.6 hectares and falls under the 321408 pincode. Weir is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bajhera Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Weir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajhera Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bajhera Kalan village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 621 males and 593 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajhera Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 621 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 163 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 490 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 131 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Bajhera Kalan
Bajhera Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeewad | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Nagla Jodha | South | 1.86 km |
| Chak Khohri | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Jatpura | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Lalpur | North | 2.56 km |
| Weir | West | 2.72 km |
| Khohri | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Luhasa | East | 2.85 km |
| Unapur | North | 2.95 km |
| Shyosinghpura | South | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bajhera Kalan
Bajhera Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salabad, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Weir to Bajhera Kalan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Bajhera Kalan is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajhera Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajhera Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bajhera Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajhera Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bajhera Kalan
Where is Bajhera Kalan located?
Bajhera Kalan village is located in Weir Tehsil, Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajhera Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajhera Kalan is Bajherakalan.
What is the pincode of Bajhera Kalan?
The pincode of Bajhera Kalan is 321408.
What is the population of Bajhera Kalan?
Bajhera Kalan has a total population of 1,214, including 621 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Bajhera Kalan?
There are 205 households in Bajhera Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bajhera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajhera Kalan is 65.07%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 50.59%.