Bila - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Bila is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Matipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bila is 458379. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.54 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bila
According to the 2011 Census, Bila village had a total population of 339 people, including 163 males and 176 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.90%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 339.
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 | 339 | 163 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 163 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 114 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Bila
Bila 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 Bila
Bila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Bila is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bila is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bila
Where is Bila located?
Bila village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bila?
The Gram Panchayat of Bila is Matipura.
What is the pincode of Bila?
The pincode of Bila is 471405.
What is the population of Bila?
Bila had a total population of 339, including 163 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Bila?
Bila had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bila was 30.90%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 28.57%.