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
As per Census 2011, Bijhauli village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 287 males and 258 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijhauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 287 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| 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 has a total population of 545, including 287 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Bijhauli?
There are 138 households in Bijhauli.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhauli is 75.96%. Male literacy is 87.46% and female literacy is 63.18%.