Bijawan Kalan - Berasia, Bhopal
Bijawan Kalan is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Megra Naveen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijawan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijawan Kalan is 482085. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.22 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bijawan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijawan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bijawan Kalan village has a total population of 704 people, consisting of 377 males and 327 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijawan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 377 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 168 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 209 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Bijawan Kalan
Bijawan Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sumer | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Ankia | East | 1.97 km |
| Mangalgarh | South | 2.02 km |
| Chachakhedi | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Mengra | South | 2.83 km |
| Banjari | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Bhakwaha | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Padli | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Dhoot Khedi | South | 4.04 km |
| Bhaupura | South | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijawan Kalan
Bijawan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kachnaria, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 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 Berasia to Bijawan Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Bijawan Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijawan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijawan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijawan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijawan Kalan 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 Bijawan Kalan
Where is Bijawan Kalan located?
Bijawan Kalan village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijawan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijawan Kalan is Megra Naveen.
What is the pincode of Bijawan Kalan?
The pincode of Bijawan Kalan is 462120.
What is the population of Bijawan Kalan?
Bijawan Kalan has a total population of 704, including 377 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Bijawan Kalan?
There are 114 households in Bijawan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bijawan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijawan Kalan is 35.51%. Male literacy is 44.56% and female literacy is 25.08%.