Birwahi - Devendranagar, Panna
Birwahi is a village situated in the Devendranagar tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devendernagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Birwahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birwahi is 458852. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.1 hectares and falls under the 488333 pincode. Devendernagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Birwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunnaor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birwahi
As per Census 2011, Birwahi village has a total population of 1,187 people, consisting of 663 males and 524 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birwahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 663 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 222 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 8 | - |
| Literate Population | 712 | 476 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 187 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Birwahi
Birwahi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Birwahi
Birwahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devendernagar to Birwahi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Birwahi is about 30 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 Birwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birwahi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Birwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birwahi 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 Birwahi
Where is Birwahi located?
Birwahi village is located in Devendranagar Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birwahi?
Birwahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birwahi?
The pincode of Birwahi is 488333.
What is the population of Birwahi?
Birwahi has a total population of 1,187, including 663 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Birwahi?
There are 251 households in Birwahi.
What is the literacy rate in Birwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birwahi is 59.98%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 45.04%.