Bilguwan - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Bilguwan is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bilguwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilguwan is 491472. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.28 hectares and falls under the 487334 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bilguwan 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 Bilguwan
As per Census 2011, Bilguwan village has a total population of 1,098 people, consisting of 575 males and 523 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 738 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilguwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,098 | 575 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 738 | 422 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 153 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Bilguwan
Bilguwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukwara | North | 1.46 km |
| Mehka | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Bans Kheda | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Inguwa | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Badiya | North | 2.35 km |
| Gutori | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Piparwani | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Dubkheda | North | 3.13 km |
| Barkunda | South | 3.17 km |
| Jujhari | North | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilguwan
Bilguwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tendukheda to Bilguwan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bilguwan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilguwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilguwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bilguwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilguwan 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 Bilguwan
Where is Bilguwan located?
Bilguwan village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilguwan?
Bilguwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilguwan?
The pincode of Bilguwan is 487334.
What is the population of Bilguwan?
Bilguwan has a total population of 1,098, including 575 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Bilguwan?
There are 275 households in Bilguwan.
What is the literacy rate in Bilguwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilguwan is 67.21%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 60.42%.