Bhikangaon

Bhikangaon is a village located in Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Bhikangaon. Bhikangaon is the sub-district headquarter of Bhikangaon village. As per 2009 stats, Pipalya Bujurg is the gram panchayat of Bhikangaon village.

Bhikangaon has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhikangaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhikangaon is 477448. The village spans a total geographical area of 808.61 hectares. Bhikangaon is nearest town to Bhikangaon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhikangaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhikangaon

Below is a concise population overview of Bhikangaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,612 844 768
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 259 131 128
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 33 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,045 543 502
Literate Population 930 563 367
Illiterate Population 682 281 401

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhikangaon village:

  • The total population of Bhikangaon village is around 1,612, including approximately 844 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Bhikangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhikangaon village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,045 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhikangaon village is about 57.69%, with male literacy at 66.71% and female literacy at 47.79%.
  • There are around 299 households in Bhikangaon village.

Connectivity of Bhikangaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhikangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bhikangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhikangaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhikangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhikangaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhikangaon

Where is Bhikangaon located?
Bhikangaon village is situated in Bhikangaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikangaon is Pipalya Bujurg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bhikangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhikangaon is 1,612, with 844 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Bhikangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhikangaon village has a total of 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikangaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhikangaon is 57.69%. The male literacy rate is 66.71%, while the female literacy rate is 47.79%.