Bijak - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Bijak is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Vikrampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijak is 458187. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.99 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bijak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijak
As per Census 2011, Bijak village has a total population of 257 people, consisting of 154 males and 103 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 668 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 257 | 154 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 65 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 89 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Bijak
Bijak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bijak
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bijak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bada Malhera to Bijak is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bijak is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijak 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 Bijak
Where is Bijak located?
Bijak village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijak is Vikrampura.
What is the pincode of Bijak?
The pincode of Bijak is 471311.
What is the population of Bijak?
Bijak has a total population of 257, including 154 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Bijak?
There are 59 households in Bijak.
What is the literacy rate in Bijak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijak is 38.91%. Male literacy is 42.21% and female literacy is 33.98%.