Bichuwa Kalan - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Bichuwa Kalan is a village situated in the Kareli tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kareli and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Kosamkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichuwa Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichuwa Kalan is 491396. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.87 hectares and falls under the 487330 pincode. Narsimhapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bichuwa Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsingpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichuwa Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bichuwa Kalan village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 224 males and 224 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 307 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichuwa Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 224 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 180 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 44 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Bichuwa Kalan
Bichuwa Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehguwan (mehgawan) | West | 1.26 km |
| Bichuwa Khurd | North | 2.01 km |
| Guwari Khurd | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Mahalwada | East | 2.28 km |
| Khapa | South | 2.53 km |
| Kosamkheda | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Guwari Kalan | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Kodiya | North | 2.99 km |
| Nanori | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Karhaiya | North | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichuwa Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bichuwa Kalan. The nearest railway station is Narsinghpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsimhapur to Bichuwa Kalan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichuwa Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichuwa Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bichuwa Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichuwa Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichuwa Kalan
Where is Bichuwa Kalan located?
Bichuwa Kalan village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichuwa Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichuwa Kalan is Kosamkheda.
What is the pincode of Bichuwa Kalan?
The pincode of Bichuwa Kalan is 487330.
What is the population of Bichuwa Kalan?
Bichuwa Kalan has a total population of 448, including 224 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Bichuwa Kalan?
There are 106 households in Bichuwa Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bichuwa Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichuwa Kalan is 76.79%. Male literacy is 80.36% and female literacy is 73.21%.