Bijegaon - Nainpur, Mandla
Bijegaon is a village situated in the Nainpur tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nainpur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Beejegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijegaon is 493513. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.12 hectares and falls under the 481771 pincode. Nainpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bijegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bijegaon village had a total population of 728 people, including 361 males and 367 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.21%, with male literacy at 74.84% and female literacy at 49.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 522.
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 | 728 | 361 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 253 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 229 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 132 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Bijegaon
Bijegaon 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 Bijegaon
Public transport in the Bijegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bijegaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainpur to Bijegaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bijegaon is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijegaon
Where is Bijegaon located?
Bijegaon village is located in Nainpur Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijegaon is Beejegaon.
What is the pincode of Bijegaon?
The pincode of Bijegaon is 481771.
What is the population of Bijegaon?
Bijegaon had a total population of 728, including 361 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Bijegaon?
Bijegaon had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijegaon was 62.21%. Male literacy was 74.84% and female literacy was 49.33%.