Bijhauli - Niwas, Mandla
Bijhauli is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Amgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijhauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijhauli is 492577. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.78 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bijhauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijhauli
According to the 2011 Census, Bijhauli village had a total population of 545 people, including 287 males and 258 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.66%, with male literacy at 97.29% and female literacy at 70.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 303.
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 | 545 | 287 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 251 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 36 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Bijhauli
Bijhauli 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 Bijhauli
Bijhauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Niwas to Bijhauli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bijhauli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijhauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijhauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijhauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijhauli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijhauli
Where is Bijhauli located?
Bijhauli village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijhauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijhauli is Amgaon.
What is the pincode of Bijhauli?
The pincode of Bijhauli is 481885.
What is the population of Bijhauli?
Bijhauli had a total population of 545, including 287 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Bijhauli?
Bijhauli had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhauli was 84.66%. Male literacy was 97.29% and female literacy was 70.56%.