Billora Khurd - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Billora Khurd is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 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 Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billora Khurd is 505942. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.48 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Billora Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Billora Khurd village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 413 males and 421 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Billora Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 413 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 207 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 206 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Billora Khurd
Billora Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhogawan | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Mirghawan | North | 2.27 km |
| Billora Buzurg | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Inpun | South | 2.93 km |
| Morghadi | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Nanwghat Khedi | West | 3.66 km |
| Suratpura | North | 3.68 km |
| Chitra Mor | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Kothi | East | 4.01 km |
| Katar | West | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billora Khurd
Billora Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Omkareshwar Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Billora Khurd is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Billora Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billora Khurd 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 Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Billora Khurd
Where is Billora Khurd located?
Billora Khurd village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billora Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Billora Khurd is Bilorrabujurg.
What is the pincode of Billora Khurd?
The pincode of Billora Khurd is 450554.
What is the population of Billora Khurd?
Billora Khurd has a total population of 834, including 413 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Billora Khurd?
There are 165 households in Billora Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Billora Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billora Khurd is 42.09%. Male literacy is 50.12% and female literacy is 34.20%.