Biswan - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Biswan is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Vishwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswan is 458205. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.79 hectares and falls under the 471001 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Biswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Biswan
As per Census 2011, Biswan village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 906 males and 771 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 837 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 906 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 149 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 344 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 519 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 387 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Biswan
Biswan 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 Biswan
Public transport in the Biswan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghuwara to Biswan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Biswan is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswan 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 Biswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biswan
Where is Biswan located?
Biswan village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswan?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswan is Vishwan.
What is the pincode of Biswan?
The pincode of Biswan is 471001.
What is the population of Biswan?
Biswan has a total population of 1,677, including 906 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Biswan?
There are 366 households in Biswan.
What is the literacy rate in Biswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswan is 49.91%. Male literacy is 57.28% and female literacy is 41.25%.