Billaud - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Billaud is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Billod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billaud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billaud is 469268. The village covers a total geographical area of 1159.58 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Billaud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Billaud
As per Census 2011, Billaud village has a total population of 2,570 people, consisting of 1,300 males and 1,270 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,522 literate and 1,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Billaud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,570 | 1,300 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 198 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 268 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 954 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 346 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Billaud
Billaud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Abakhedi | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Nagadpipalya | West | 2.43 km |
| Koyla | East | 2.51 km |
| Khedakoyla | East | 2.79 km |
| Piplyajodha | North | 3.57 km |
| Piplya Ratan | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Sohangara | West | 3.75 km |
| Nahargarh | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Khunti | East | 4.27 km |
| Aardi | North | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billaud
Billaud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| 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 Narayangarh to Billaud is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Billaud is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billaud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billaud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Billaud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billaud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Billaud
Where is Billaud located?
Billaud village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billaud?
The Gram Panchayat of Billaud is Billod.
What is the pincode of Billaud?
The pincode of Billaud is 458556.
What is the population of Billaud?
Billaud has a total population of 2,570, including 1,300 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Billaud?
There are 562 households in Billaud.
What is the literacy rate in Billaud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billaud is 59.22%. Male literacy is 73.38% and female literacy is 44.72%.