Bilgawan - Majholi, Jabalpur
Bilgawan is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Hathleva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilgawan is 489334. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.95 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bilgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bilgawan village had a total population of 442 people, including 210 males and 232 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.24%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 74.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 442 | 210 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 169 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 41 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Bilgawan
Bilgawan 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 Bilgawan
Bilgawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Majholi to Bilgawan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Bilgawan is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilgawan 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 Bilgawan
Where is Bilgawan located?
Bilgawan village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilgawan is Hathleva.
What is the pincode of Bilgawan?
The pincode of Bilgawan is 483225.
What is the population of Bilgawan?
Bilgawan had a total population of 442, including 210 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Bilgawan?
Bilgawan had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilgawan was 83.24%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 74.23%.