Bijagad - Lanji, Balaghat
Bijagad is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Belgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijagad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijagad is 498560. The village covers a total geographical area of 802.34 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bijagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijagad
As per Census 2011, Bijagad village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 205 males and 231 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijagad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 205 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 109 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 96 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bijagad
Bijagad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belgaon | South | 1.71 km |
| Dabha | South | 2.30 km |
| Lodama | South | 2.91 km |
| Dewarbeli | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Wardha | West | 3.13 km |
| Kachhargarh | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Mundidadar | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Newarwahi | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Satona | South | 5.77 km |
| Nalejhari | North | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijagad
Bijagad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Bijagad is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Bijagad is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bijagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijagad 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bijagad
Where is Bijagad located?
Bijagad village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijagad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijagad is Belgaon.
What is the pincode of Bijagad?
The pincode of Bijagad is 481222.
What is the population of Bijagad?
Bijagad has a total population of 436, including 205 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bijagad?
There are 99 households in Bijagad.
What is the literacy rate in Bijagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijagad is 45.18%. Male literacy is 53.17% and female literacy is 38.10%.