Bhilgaon - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bhilgaon is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bhilgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilgaon is 477113. The village covers a total geographical area of 917.16 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhilgaon 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 Bhilgaon
As per Census 2011, Bhilgaon village has a total population of 3,357 people, consisting of 1,691 males and 1,666 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,161 literate and 1,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhilgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,357 | 1,691 | 1,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 230 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 243 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,149 | 551 | 598 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,219 | 942 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 472 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilgaon
Bhilgaon 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 Bhilgaon
Bhilgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhilgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Bhilgaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bhilgaon 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 Bhilgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhilgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhilgaon
Where is Bhilgaon located?
Bhilgaon village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilgaon is Bhilgoan.
What is the pincode of Bhilgaon?
The pincode of Bhilgaon is 451228.
What is the population of Bhilgaon?
Bhilgaon has a total population of 3,357, including 1,691 males and 1,666 females.
How many households are there in Bhilgaon?
There are 675 households in Bhilgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilgaon is 64.37%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 56.54%.