Bilwa - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bilwa is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jalkha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilwa is 477201. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.17 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bilwa 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 Bilwa
As per Census 2011, Bilwa village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 56 males and 65 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bilwa
Bilwa 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 Bilwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilwa.
| 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 Kasrawad to Bilwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bilwa 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 Bilwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilwa 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 Bilwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilwa 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 Bilwa
Where is Bilwa located?
Bilwa village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilwa is Jalkha.
What is the pincode of Bilwa?
The pincode of Bilwa is 451556.
What is the population of Bilwa?
Bilwa has a total population of 121, including 56 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Bilwa?
There are 20 households in Bilwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bilwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilwa is 35.54%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 33.85%.