Baragaon - Gudhagorji, Jhunjhunu
Baragaon is a village situated in the Gudhagorji tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from Udaipurwati and around 17 km from Jhunjhunun. Bara Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baragaon is 071685. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 333021 pincode. Jhunjhunun is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Baragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipurwati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baragaon
As per Census 2011, Baragaon village has a total population of 7,974 people, consisting of 4,074 males and 3,900 females. The village has 1,477 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,001 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,369 literate and 2,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,876 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,974 | 4,074 | 3,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,001 | 553 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,876 | 993 | 883 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 5,369 | 3,149 | 2,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,605 | 925 | 1,680 |
Nearby Villages of Baragaon
Baragaon 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 Baragaon
Baragaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jhunjhunun to Baragaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baragaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Baragaon
Where is Baragaon located?
Baragaon village is located in Gudhagorji Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baragaon is Bara Gaon.
What is the pincode of Baragaon?
The pincode of Baragaon is 333021.
What is the population of Baragaon?
Baragaon has a total population of 7,974, including 4,074 males and 3,900 females.
How many households are there in Baragaon?
There are 1,477 households in Baragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Baragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baragaon is 67.33%. Male literacy is 77.30% and female literacy is 56.92%.