Bilkhed Khurd - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bilkhed Khurd is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bilkhed Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkhed Khurd is 477373. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.4 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bilkhed 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 Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilkhed Khurd
As per Census 2011, Bilkhed Khurd village has a total population of 3,242 people, consisting of 1,636 males and 1,606 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,768 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 351 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilkhed Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,242 | 1,636 | 1,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 297 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 149 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 169 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 1,768 | 1,027 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 609 | 865 |
Nearby Villages of Bilkhed Khurd
Bilkhed Khurd 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 Bilkhed Khurd
Bilkhed Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Bilkhed Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilkhed Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilkhed Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bilkhed 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 Bilkhed 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bilkhed Khurd
Where is Bilkhed Khurd located?
Bilkhed Khurd village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilkhed Khurd?
Bilkhed Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilkhed Khurd?
The pincode of Bilkhed Khurd is 451331.
What is the population of Bilkhed Khurd?
Bilkhed Khurd has a total population of 3,242, including 1,636 males and 1,606 females.
How many households are there in Bilkhed Khurd?
There are 613 households in Bilkhed Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkhed Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkhed Khurd is 54.53%. Male literacy is 62.78% and female literacy is 46.14%.