Bilwani - Rajpur, Barwani
Bilwani is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Bilwani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilwani is 478308. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005.99 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bilwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilwani
As per Census 2011, Bilwani village has a total population of 2,736 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,397 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,084 literate and 1,652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,736 | 1,339 | 1,397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 241 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,285 | 1,116 | 1,169 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 601 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,652 | 738 | 914 |
Nearby Villages of Bilwani
Bilwani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budra | North | 2.62 km |
| Danodroud | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Morani | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Khadki | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Lachchhi | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Chautariya | South-East | 5.32 km |
| Narawala | East | 5.41 km |
| Upla | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Kasel | North | 6.25 km |
| Jodai | South | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilwani
Bilwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Bilwani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bilwani is about 44 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 Bilwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bilwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bilwani
Where is Bilwani located?
Bilwani village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilwani?
Bilwani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilwani?
The pincode of Bilwani is 451447.
What is the population of Bilwani?
Bilwani has a total population of 2,736, including 1,339 males and 1,397 females.
How many households are there in Bilwani?
There are 491 households in Bilwani.
What is the literacy rate in Bilwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilwani is 39.62%. Male literacy is 44.88% and female literacy is 34.57%.