Bhiwapur - Athner, Betul
Bhiwapur is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Koyalari Ryt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhiwapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhiwapur is 485485. The village covers a total geographical area of 932.26 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhiwapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhiwapur
As per Census 2011, Bhiwapur village has a total population of 612 people, consisting of 312 males and 300 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhiwapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 612 | 312 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 227 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 163 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 149 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Bhiwapur
Bhiwapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koylari Raiyat | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Charghati | West | 2.86 km |
| Wadali | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Rabdya | North | 3.79 km |
| Satner | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Mendha Chhindwad | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Pandol | North | 4.82 km |
| Jamapati | East | 4.85 km |
| Chichpati | West | 5.09 km |
| Dhaodi | South-West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhiwapur
Bhiwapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Pala, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Athner to Bhiwapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Bhiwapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhiwapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhiwapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhiwapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhiwapur 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 Bhiwapur
Where is Bhiwapur located?
Bhiwapur village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhiwapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhiwapur is Koyalari Ryt.
What is the pincode of Bhiwapur?
The pincode of Bhiwapur is 460110.
What is the population of Bhiwapur?
Bhiwapur has a total population of 612, including 312 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Bhiwapur?
There are 150 households in Bhiwapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhiwapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhiwapur is 46.90%. Male literacy is 52.24% and female literacy is 41.33%.