Bijankhedi - Bagli, Dewas
Bijankhedi is a village situated in the Bagli tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Lakhwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijankhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijankhedi is 473949. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.97 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bijankhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijankhedi
As per Census 2011, Bijankhedi village has a total population of 44 people, consisting of 19 males and 25 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,315 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijankhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bijankhedi
Bijankhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awaldi | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Chhatarpura | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Guneri | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Awalda | North | 2.31 km |
| Khedihana | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Makadiya | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Baglikasba | South | 3.34 km |
| Shivpur | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Khamkhedi | East | 3.71 km |
| Ariya | South-West | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijankhedi
Bijankhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dakacha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bagli to Bijankhedi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bijankhedi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijankhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijankhedi 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 Bijankhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijankhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijankhedi
Where is Bijankhedi located?
Bijankhedi village is located in Bagli Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijankhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijankhedi is Lakhwada.
What is the pincode of Bijankhedi?
The pincode of Bijankhedi is 455227.
What is the population of Bijankhedi?
Bijankhedi has a total population of 44, including 19 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Bijankhedi?
There are 8 households in Bijankhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Bijankhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijankhedi is 20.45%. Male literacy is 21.05% and female literacy is 20.00%.