Birul - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Birul is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Birul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birul is 477491. The village covers a total geographical area of 1314.7 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Birul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birul
According to the 2011 Census, Birul village had a total population of 1,788 people, including 878 males and 910 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.67%, with male literacy at 63.83% and female literacy at 41.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,318.
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 | 1,788 | 878 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,318 | 650 | 668 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 473 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 405 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Birul
Birul 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 Birul
Birul 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 5-10 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 Bhikangaon to Birul is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Birul is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birul 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 Birul
Where is Birul located?
Birul village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birul?
Birul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birul?
The pincode of Birul is 451331.
What is the population of Birul?
Birul had a total population of 1,788, including 878 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Birul?
Birul had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birul was 52.67%. Male literacy was 63.83% and female literacy was 41.99%.