Bilgaon Jar - Bichhiya, Mandla
Bilgaon Jar is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Sarasdoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilgaon Jar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilgaon Jar is 493421. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.73 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bilgaon Jar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilgaon Jar
As per Census 2011, Bilgaon Jar village has a total population of 662 people, consisting of 313 males and 349 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 530 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilgaon Jar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 313 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 244 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 178 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 135 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Bilgaon Jar
Bilgaon Jar 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 Bilgaon Jar
Bilgaon Jar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bilgaon Jar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Bilgaon Jar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bilgaon Jar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilgaon Jar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilgaon Jar 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 Bilgaon Jar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilgaon Jar 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 Bilgaon Jar
Where is Bilgaon Jar located?
Bilgaon Jar village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilgaon Jar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilgaon Jar is Sarasdoli.
What is the pincode of Bilgaon Jar?
The pincode of Bilgaon Jar is 481996.
What is the population of Bilgaon Jar?
Bilgaon Jar has a total population of 662, including 313 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Bilgaon Jar?
There are 158 households in Bilgaon Jar.
What is the literacy rate in Bilgaon Jar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilgaon Jar is 52.27%. Male literacy is 56.87% and female literacy is 48.14%.