Bichhiya - Shahpura, Dindori
Bichhiya is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Bichiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhiya is 491675. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.24 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bichhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Bichhiya village had a total population of 2,362 people, including 1,188 males and 1,174 females, living in 604 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.75%, with male literacy at 81.83% and female literacy at 65.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 2,362 | 1,188 | 1,174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 171 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 157 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 1,537 | 860 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 825 | 328 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhiya
Bichhiya 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 Bichhiya
Bichhiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Bichhiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Bichhiya is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bichhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichhiya
Where is Bichhiya located?
Bichhiya village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bichhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhiya is Bichiya.
What is the pincode of Bichhiya?
The pincode of Bichhiya is 481990.
What is the population of Bichhiya?
Bichhiya had a total population of 2,362, including 1,188 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Bichhiya?
Bichhiya had 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhiya was 73.75%. Male literacy was 81.83% and female literacy was 65.54%.