Bichhiya - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Bichhiya is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Manegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhiya is 490602. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.04 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bichhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichhiya
As per Census 2011, Bichhiya village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 97 males and 97 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichhiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhiya
Bichhiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankli | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Pathroda | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Barkheda | South | 1.95 km |
| Gundrai Khurd | West | 2.30 km |
| Raja Kachhar | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Hiranpur | East | 2.74 km |
| Non | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Manegaon | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Bamhnoda | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Chandan Kheda | South-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichhiya
Bichhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karak Bel, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gotegaon to Bichhiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bichhiya is about 24 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 Bichhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhiya 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhiya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bichhiya
Where is Bichhiya located?
Bichhiya village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhiya is Manegaon.
What is the pincode of Bichhiya?
The pincode of Bichhiya is 487001.
What is the population of Bichhiya?
Bichhiya has a total population of 194, including 97 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Bichhiya?
There are 42 households in Bichhiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhiya is 78.35%. Male literacy is 85.57% and female literacy is 71.13%.