Bichhuwa Shikarpura - Patera, Damoh
Bichhuwa Shikarpura is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Mahuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhuwa Shikarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhuwa Shikarpura is 461856. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 470772 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bichhuwa Shikarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichhuwa Shikarpura
As per Census 2011, Bichhuwa Shikarpura village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 212 males and 206 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichhuwa Shikarpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 212 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 148 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 64 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhuwa Shikarpura
Bichhuwa Shikarpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhera Bais | North | 1.80 km |
| Mahuna | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Khamariya Patera | East | 2.12 km |
| Nandia | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Kudai | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Deori Patera | South | 2.91 km |
| Shikarpura | West | 3.47 km |
| Gata | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Bamanpura | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Chaupra Patera | East | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichhuwa Shikarpura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bichhuwa Shikarpura. The nearest railway station is Bandakpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| 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 Hatta to Bichhuwa Shikarpura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Bichhuwa Shikarpura is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhuwa Shikarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhuwa Shikarpura 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 Bichhuwa Shikarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhuwa Shikarpura 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 Bichhuwa Shikarpura
Where is Bichhuwa Shikarpura located?
Bichhuwa Shikarpura village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhuwa Shikarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhuwa Shikarpura is Mahuna.
What is the pincode of Bichhuwa Shikarpura?
The pincode of Bichhuwa Shikarpura is 470772.
What is the population of Bichhuwa Shikarpura?
Bichhuwa Shikarpura has a total population of 418, including 212 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Bichhuwa Shikarpura?
There are 89 households in Bichhuwa Shikarpura.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhuwa Shikarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhuwa Shikarpura is 57.66%. Male literacy is 69.81% and female literacy is 45.15%.