Madhama Bhikham - Joura, Morena
Madhama Bhikham is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Modhana Jwahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhama Bhikham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhama Bhikham is 452428. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Madhama Bhikham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhama Bhikham
As per Census 2011, Madhama Bhikham village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 265 males and 242 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhama Bhikham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 265 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 256 | 167 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 98 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Madhama Bhikham
Madhama Bhikham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Modhana Jawahar | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Modhani Newal | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Bagchini | East | 2.15 km |
| Nandganoli | South | 3.13 km |
| Khitora | West | 3.19 km |
| Mathurapura | North | 3.22 km |
| Bawadi | North | 3.71 km |
| Saithri | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Ghurra | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Paytha | North-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhama Bhikham
Madhama Bhikham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| 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 Joura to Madhama Bhikham is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Madhama Bhikham is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhama Bhikham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhama Bhikham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhama Bhikham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhama Bhikham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madhama Bhikham
Where is Madhama Bhikham located?
Madhama Bhikham village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhama Bhikham?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhama Bhikham is Modhana Jwahar.
What is the pincode of Madhama Bhikham?
The pincode of Madhama Bhikham is 476221.
What is the population of Madhama Bhikham?
Madhama Bhikham has a total population of 507, including 265 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Madhama Bhikham?
There are 108 households in Madhama Bhikham.
What is the literacy rate in Madhama Bhikham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhama Bhikham is 50.49%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 36.78%.