Biskhan - Parasia, Chhindwara
Biskhan is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Futera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biskhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biskhan is 494762. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.73 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Biskhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Biskhan
As per Census 2011, Biskhan village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 141 males and 142 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biskhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Biskhan
Biskhan 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 Biskhan
Biskhan 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Biskhan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biskhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biskhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Biskhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biskhan 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 Biskhan
Where is Biskhan located?
Biskhan village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biskhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Biskhan is Futera.
What is the pincode of Biskhan?
The pincode of Biskhan is 480441.
What is the population of Biskhan?
Biskhan has a total population of 283, including 141 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Biskhan?
There are 58 households in Biskhan.
What is the literacy rate in Biskhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biskhan is 55.12%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 49.30%.