Billora Buzurg - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Billora Buzurg is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bilorrabujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billora Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billora Buzurg is 505941. The village covers a total geographical area of 869.56 hectares and falls under the 450114 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Billora Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Billora Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Billora Buzurg village has a total population of 1,818 people, consisting of 944 males and 874 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,253 literate and 565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Billora Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,818 | 944 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 210 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 725 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 219 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Billora Buzurg
Billora Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothi | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Billora Khurd | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Bhogawan | South | 3.02 km |
| Mirghawan | West | 3.03 km |
| Kothawa | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Suratpura | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Chitra Mor | South | 4.48 km |
| Inpun | South | 4.72 km |
| Nanwghat Khedi | West | 5.60 km |
| Morghadi | South-West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billora Buzurg
Billora Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Omkareshwar Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Billora Buzurg is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Billora Buzurg is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billora Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billora Buzurg 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 Billora Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billora Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Billora Buzurg
Where is Billora Buzurg located?
Billora Buzurg village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billora Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Billora Buzurg is Bilorrabujurg.
What is the pincode of Billora Buzurg?
The pincode of Billora Buzurg is 450114.
What is the population of Billora Buzurg?
Billora Buzurg has a total population of 1,818, including 944 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Billora Buzurg?
There are 390 households in Billora Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Billora Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billora Buzurg is 68.92%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 60.41%.