Bichhaun - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Bichhaun is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Niwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhaun is 458482. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.84 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Shahgarh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bichhaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichhaun
According to the 2011 Census, Bichhaun village had a total population of 118 people, including 70 males and 48 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 686 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.52%, with male literacy at 49.12% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 42 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhaun
Bichhaun 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 Bichhaun
Bichhaun 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 Shahgarh to Bichhaun is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bichhaun is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhaun 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhaun 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 Bichhaun
Where is Bichhaun located?
Bichhaun village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhaun is Niwar.
What is the pincode of Bichhaun?
The pincode of Bichhaun is 471318.
What is the population of Bichhaun?
Bichhaun had a total population of 118, including 70 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Bichhaun?
Bichhaun had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhaun was 47.52%. Male literacy was 49.12% and female literacy was 45.45%.