Bichua - Harrai, Chhindwara
Bichua is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Bhumka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichua is 494083. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.13 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bichua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichua
According to the 2011 Census, Bichua village had a total population of 762 people, including 369 males and 393 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 58.96% and female literacy at 41.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 611.
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 | 762 | 369 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 294 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 181 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 188 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Bichua
Bichua 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 Bichua
Bichua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Harrai to Bichua is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Bichua is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bichua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichua 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bichua
Where is Bichua located?
Bichua village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichua is Bhumka.
What is the pincode of Bichua?
The pincode of Bichua is 480224.
What is the population of Bichua?
Bichua had a total population of 762, including 369 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Bichua?
Bichua had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichua was 50.00%. Male literacy was 58.96% and female literacy was 41.79%.