Bilai Khar - Bichhiya, Mandla
Bilai Khar is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Surajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilai Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilai Khar is 493440. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.61 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bilai Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilai Khar
As per Census 2011, Bilai Khar village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 205 males and 231 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 385 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilai Khar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 205 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 28 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 182 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 112 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 93 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Bilai Khar
Bilai Khar 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 Bilai Khar
Bilai Khar 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 Bichhiya to Bilai Khar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bilai Khar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilai Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilai Khar 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 Bilai Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilai Khar 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 Bilai Khar
Where is Bilai Khar located?
Bilai Khar village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilai Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilai Khar is Surajpura.
What is the pincode of Bilai Khar?
The pincode of Bilai Khar is 481996.
What is the population of Bilai Khar?
Bilai Khar has a total population of 436, including 205 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bilai Khar?
There are 119 households in Bilai Khar.
What is the literacy rate in Bilai Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilai Khar is 47.48%. Male literacy is 54.63% and female literacy is 41.13%.