Bilkheda - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Bilkheda is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Nagankhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkheda is 499495. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.47 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bilkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilkheda
As per Census 2011, Bilkheda village has a total population of 699 people, consisting of 379 males and 320 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 699 | 379 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 87 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 187 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 192 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Bilkheda
Bilkheda 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 Bilkheda
Bilkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bilkheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Bilkheda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Bilkheda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilkheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilkheda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilkheda
Where is Bilkheda located?
Bilkheda village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilkheda is Nagankhedi.
What is the pincode of Bilkheda?
The pincode of Bilkheda is 473287.
What is the population of Bilkheda?
Bilkheda has a total population of 699, including 379 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Bilkheda?
There are 154 households in Bilkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkheda is 42.63%. Male literacy is 49.34% and female literacy is 34.69%.