Bikor - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Bikor 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 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bikor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikor is 491298. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.34 hectares and falls under the 487330 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bikor 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 Bikor
As per Census 2011, Bikor village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 482 males and 431 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bikor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 482 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 480 | 291 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 191 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Bikor
Bikor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rewanagar | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Sagon Ghat | East | 1.54 km |
| Bir Katangi | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Kudi | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Mothegaon | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Dharampuri | West | 2.71 km |
| Manegaon | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Khamghat | West | 3.73 km |
| Piparha | East | 3.76 km |
| Khairuwa | South-West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bikor
Bikor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kareli, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Bikor is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bikor is about 35 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 Bikor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikor 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bikor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikor 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 Bikor
Where is Bikor located?
Bikor village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bikor?
Bikor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bikor?
The pincode of Bikor is 487330.
What is the population of Bikor?
Bikor has a total population of 913, including 482 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Bikor?
There are 215 households in Bikor.
What is the literacy rate in Bikor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikor is 52.57%. Male literacy is 60.37% and female literacy is 43.85%.