Bitnera - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bitnera is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bitnera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bitnera is 477370. The village covers a total geographical area of 1708.04 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bitnera 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 Bitnera
As per Census 2011, Bitnera village has a total population of 2,454 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,200 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,407 literate and 1,047 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bitnera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,454 | 1,254 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 194 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 116 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 827 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 427 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Bitnera
Bitnera 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 Bitnera
Bitnera 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 Khargone to Bitnera is about 21 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 Bitnera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bitnera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bitnera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bitnera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bitnera
Where is Bitnera located?
Bitnera village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bitnera?
Bitnera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bitnera?
The pincode of Bitnera is 451335.
What is the population of Bitnera?
Bitnera has a total population of 2,454, including 1,254 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Bitnera?
There are 506 households in Bitnera.
What is the literacy rate in Bitnera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bitnera is 57.33%. Male literacy is 65.95% and female literacy is 48.33%.