Bilood - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bilood is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bilood village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilood is 506138. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.44 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bilood village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilood
According to the 2011 Census, Bilood village had a total population of 1,971 people, including 1,030 males and 941 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 74.97% and female literacy at 48.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,086.
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 | 1,971 | 1,030 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 151 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,086 | 580 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 659 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 371 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Bilood
Bilood 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 Bilood
Bilood 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 | 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 Pandhana to Bilood is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Bilood is about 34 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 Bilood
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilood 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bilood
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilood village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilood
Where is Bilood located?
Bilood village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilood?
Bilood is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilood?
The pincode of Bilood is 450001.
What is the population of Bilood?
Bilood had a total population of 1,971, including 1,030 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Bilood?
Bilood had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilood?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilood was 62.24%. Male literacy was 74.97% and female literacy was 48.25%.