Bilkhed - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bilkhed is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bilkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkhed is 477953. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.11 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bilkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilkhed
As per Census 2011, Bilkhed village has a total population of 2,203 people, consisting of 1,124 males and 1,079 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 1,692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,203 | 1,124 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 232 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 11 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,132 | 1,093 | 1,039 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 292 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,692 | 832 | 860 |
Nearby Villages of Bilkhed
Bilkhed 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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilkhed.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Bilkhed is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bilkhed is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilkhed
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilkhed
Where is Bilkhed located?
Bilkhed village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilkhed?
Bilkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilkhed?
The pincode of Bilkhed is 451332.
What is the population of Bilkhed?
Bilkhed has a total population of 2,203, including 1,124 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Bilkhed?
There are 370 households in Bilkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkhed is 23.20%. Male literacy is 25.98% and female literacy is 20.30%.