Bichhola Mal - Handiya, Harda
Bichhola Mal is a village situated in the Handiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handiya and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Bichholamaal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhola Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhola Mal is 486824. The village covers a total geographical area of 764.24 hectares and falls under the 461331 pincode. Harda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bichhola Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichhola Mal
As per Census 2011, Bichhola Mal village has a total population of 1,281 people, consisting of 647 males and 634 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 743 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 282 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichhola Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 647 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 438 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 209 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhola Mal
Bichhola 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 Bichhola Mal
Bichhola Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harda to Bichhola Mal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhola Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhola 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 Bichhola Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bichhola Mal
Where is Bichhola Mal located?
Bichhola Mal village is located in Handiya Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhola Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhola Mal is Bichholamaal.
What is the pincode of Bichhola Mal?
The pincode of Bichhola Mal is 461331.
What is the population of Bichhola Mal?
Bichhola Mal has a total population of 1,281, including 647 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Bichhola Mal?
There are 230 households in Bichhola Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhola Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhola Mal is 58.00%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 48.11%.