Bilwar - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Bilwar is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Deopur - Ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilwar is 458128. The village covers a total geographical area of 1033.9 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bilwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilwar
As per Census 2011, Bilwar village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 337 males and 300 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 337 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 197 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 140 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Bilwar
Bilwar 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 Bilwar
Bilwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Bilwar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bilwar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bilwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bilwar
Where is Bilwar located?
Bilwar village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilwar is Deopur - Ii.
What is the pincode of Bilwar?
The pincode of Bilwar is 471311.
What is the population of Bilwar?
Bilwar has a total population of 637, including 337 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Bilwar?
There are 118 households in Bilwar.
What is the literacy rate in Bilwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilwar is 49.76%. Male literacy is 58.46% and female literacy is 40.00%.