Poi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Poi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Poi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poi is 477419. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Poi 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 Poi
As per Census 2011, Poi village has a total population of 1,097 people, consisting of 557 males and 540 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 986 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,097 | 557 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 117 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 986 | 506 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 286 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 271 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Poi
Poi 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 Poi
Poi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Poi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Poi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poi 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 Poi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poi 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 Poi
Where is Poi located?
Poi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poi?
Poi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poi?
The pincode of Poi is 451331.
What is the population of Poi?
Poi has a total population of 1,097, including 557 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Poi?
There are 201 households in Poi.
What is the literacy rate in Poi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poi is 43.03%. Male literacy is 51.35% and female literacy is 34.44%.