Bijwar - Raipura, Panna
Bijwar is a village situated in the Raipura tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raipura and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Simrikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijwar is 459478. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.59 hectares and falls under the 488443 pincode. Panna is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Bijwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bijwar village had a total population of 276 people, including 150 males and 126 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.68% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 276 | 150 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 105 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 45 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bijwar
Bijwar 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 Bijwar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bijwar.
| 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 Panna to Bijwar is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijwar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijwar
Where is Bijwar located?
Bijwar village is located in Raipura Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijwar is Simrikala.
What is the pincode of Bijwar?
The pincode of Bijwar is 488443.
What is the population of Bijwar?
Bijwar had a total population of 276, including 150 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bijwar?
Bijwar had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijwar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.68% and female literacy was 65.71%.