Bijna - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Bijna is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Bijna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijna is 489753. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.38 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bijna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijna
As per Census 2011, Bijna village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 454 males and 403 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 454 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 184 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 327 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 127 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Bijna
Bijna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathi Khandar | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Nayanagar | South | 2.12 km |
| Kanchanpuri | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kulon | North | 2.38 km |
| Dabkiya | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 2.66 km |
| Kuhla | East | 3.09 km |
| Sukha | South | 4.09 km |
| Urram | East | 4.24 km |
| Singori | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijna
Bijna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shahpura to Bijna is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Bijna is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijna 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 Bijna
Where is Bijna located?
Bijna village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijna?
Bijna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijna?
The pincode of Bijna is 483119.
What is the population of Bijna?
Bijna has a total population of 857, including 454 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Bijna?
There are 175 households in Bijna.
What is the literacy rate in Bijna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijna is 65.23%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 57.57%.