Bilha
Bilha is a village located in Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bilha village is also a gram panchayat.
Bilha has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bilha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilha is 489713. The village spans a total geographical area of 366.48 hectares. Shahpura is nearest town to Bilha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bilha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bilha
Population of Bilha
Below is a concise population overview of Bilha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,023 | 1,596 | 1,427 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 205 | 205 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 361 | 291 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 631 | 327 | 304 |
Literate Population | 1,792 | 1,048 | 744 |
Illiterate Population | 1,231 | 548 | 683 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bilha village:
- The total population of Bilha village is around 3,023, including approximately 1,596 males and 1,427 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 410 children aged 0–6 years in Bilha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bilha village has 652 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 631 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bilha village is about 59.28%, with male literacy at 65.66% and female literacy at 52.14%.
- There are around 689 households in Bilha village.
Connectivity of Bilha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilha. As per the 2011 stats, Bilha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bilha
Knowing the nearby villages of Bilha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bilha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bilha
- Where is Bilha located?
- Bilha village is situated in Shahpura Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bilha?
- Bilha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bilha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilha is 3,023, with 1,596 males and 1,427 females.
- How many households are there in Bilha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bilha village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bilha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilha is 59.28%. The male literacy rate is 65.66%, while the female literacy rate is 52.14%.