Bikor - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Bikor is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bikor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikor is 491517. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.1 hectares and falls under the 487334 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bikor
According to the 2011 Census, Bikor village had a total population of 1,834 people, including 972 males and 862 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.76%, with male literacy at 81.03% and female literacy at 55.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,834 | 972 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 160 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 105 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 658 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 314 | 459 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirapur | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Karondi | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Bhama | East | 3.54 km |
| Mankapur | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Kheruya | North | 3.68 km |
| Sadrai | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Thareri | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Bandhi | North | 4.70 km |
| Timrawan | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Bhatera | South-West | 5.01 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 Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Tendukheda to Bikor is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bikor is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Tendukheda 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 487334.
What is the population of Bikor?
Bikor had a total population of 1,834, including 972 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Bikor?
Bikor had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikor was 68.76%. Male literacy was 81.03% and female literacy was 55.13%.