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
As per Census 2011, Birul village has a total population of 1,788 people, consisting of 878 males and 910 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,318 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birul are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,788, including 878 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Birul?
There are 341 households in Birul.
What is the literacy rate in Birul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birul is 44.63%. Male literacy is 53.87% and female literacy is 35.71%.