Bhichhiya Khurd - Amarpatan, Maihar
Bhichhiya Khurd is a village situated in the Amarpatan tehsil of Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Amarpatan and around 67 km from Satna. Bichhiya Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhichhiya Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhichhiya Khurd is 464343. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.36 hectares and falls under the 485775 pincode. Amarpatan is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhichhiya Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amarpatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhichhiya Khurd
As per Census 2011, Bhichhiya Khurd village has a total population of 1,276 people, consisting of 660 males and 616 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhichhiya Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 660 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 76 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 491 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 169 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Bhichhiya Khurd
Bhichhiya Khurd 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 Bhichhiya Khurd
Bhichhiya Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Amarpatan to Bhichhiya Khurd is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Bhichhiya Khurd is about 67 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 Bhichhiya Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhichhiya Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhichhiya Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhichhiya Khurd 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 Bhichhiya Khurd
Where is Bhichhiya Khurd located?
Bhichhiya Khurd village is located in Amarpatan Tehsil, Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhichhiya Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhichhiya Khurd is Bichhiya Khurd.
What is the pincode of Bhichhiya Khurd?
The pincode of Bhichhiya Khurd is 485775.
What is the population of Bhichhiya Khurd?
Bhichhiya Khurd has a total population of 1,276, including 660 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Bhichhiya Khurd?
There are 411 households in Bhichhiya Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Bhichhiya Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhichhiya Khurd is 65.83%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 56.66%.