Bijora - Lahar, Bhind
Bijora is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Tola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijora is 453624. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.64 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bijora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijora
According to the 2011 Census, Bijora village had a total population of 620 people, including 334 males and 286 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.01%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 57.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 334 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 251 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 83 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Bijora
Bijora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baoli | North | 1.47 km |
| Sajera | East | 1.99 km |
| Devara | West | 2.11 km |
| Tola | South | 2.29 km |
| Kurchauli | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Barei | West | 2.52 km |
| Maseran | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Gidhawasa | East | 3.11 km |
| Arjunpura | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Karila | North | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijora
Bijora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lahar to Bijora is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Bijora is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijora 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 Bijora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijora
Where is Bijora located?
Bijora village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijora is Tola.
What is the pincode of Bijora?
The pincode of Bijora is 477445.
What is the population of Bijora?
Bijora had a total population of 620, including 334 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Bijora?
Bijora had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijora was 74.01%. Male literacy was 88.69% and female literacy was 57.26%.