Bijori Pathar - Tamia, Chhindwara
Bijori Pathar is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Bijoripathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijori Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijori Pathar is 493851. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.12 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bijori Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijori Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Bijori Pathar village had a total population of 364 people, including 181 males and 183 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.20%, with male literacy at 73.89% and female literacy at 48.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 135 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 65 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Bijori Pathar
Bijori Pathar 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 Bijori Pathar
Bijori Pathar 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 | 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 Amarwara to Bijori Pathar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Bijori Pathar is about 95 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 Bijori Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijori Pathar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijori Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijori Pathar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bijori Pathar
Where is Bijori Pathar located?
Bijori Pathar village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijori Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijori Pathar is Bijoripathar.
What is the pincode of Bijori Pathar?
The pincode of Bijori Pathar is 480559.
What is the population of Bijori Pathar?
Bijori Pathar had a total population of 364, including 181 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Bijori Pathar?
Bijori Pathar had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijori Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijori Pathar was 61.20%. Male literacy was 73.89% and female literacy was 48.75%.