Birla - Segaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Birla is a village situated in the Segaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Segaon and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Birla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birla is 477324. The village covers a total geographical area of 1105.74 hectares and falls under the 451440 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Birla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birla
According to the 2011 Census, Birla village had a total population of 1,798 people, including 905 males and 893 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.26%, with male literacy at 69.66% and female literacy at 48.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,733.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,798 | 905 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,733 | 874 | 859 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 551 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 354 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Birla
Birla 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 Birla
Birla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Birla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birla 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 Birla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birla 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 Birla
Where is Birla located?
Birla village is located in Segaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birla?
Birla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birla?
The pincode of Birla is 451440.
What is the population of Birla?
Birla had a total population of 1,798, including 905 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Birla?
Birla had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birla was 59.26%. Male literacy was 69.66% and female literacy was 48.79%.