Bhilai Mal. - Shahpura, Dindori
Bhilai Mal. is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Bhilai Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilai Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilai Mal. is 491529. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.4 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bhilai Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhilai Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Bhilai Mal. village had a total population of 1,170 people, including 578 males and 592 females, living in 322 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.07%, with male literacy at 53.80% and female literacy at 38.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,071.
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 | 1,170 | 578 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,071 | 531 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 255 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 323 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilai Mal.
Bhilai Mal. 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 Bhilai Mal.
Bhilai Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shahpura to Bhilai Mal. is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Bhilai Mal. is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhilai Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilai Mal. 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 Bhilai Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilai Mal. 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhilai Mal.
Where is Bhilai Mal. located?
Bhilai Mal. village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhilai Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilai Mal. is Bhilai Mal.
What is the pincode of Bhilai Mal.?
The pincode of Bhilai Mal. is 481990.
What is the population of Bhilai Mal.?
Bhilai Mal. had a total population of 1,170, including 578 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Bhilai Mal.?
Bhilai Mal. had 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilai Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilai Mal. was 46.07%. Male literacy was 53.80% and female literacy was 38.62%.