Bichpuri - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bichpuri is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mehalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichpuri is 505653. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.75 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bichpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Bichpuri village had a total population of 616 people, including 308 males and 308 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.18%, with male literacy at 69.35% and female literacy at 37.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 594.
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 | 616 | 308 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 60 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 294 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 172 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 136 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Bichpuri
Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri
Bichpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Bichpuri is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichpuri
Where is Bichpuri located?
Bichpuri village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichpuri is Mehalu.
What is the pincode of Bichpuri?
The pincode of Bichpuri is 450001.
What is the population of Bichpuri?
Bichpuri had a total population of 616, including 308 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Bichpuri?
Bichpuri had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichpuri was 54.18%. Male literacy was 69.35% and female literacy was 37.83%.