Biser - Badi, Raisen
Biser is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Sankheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biser village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biser is 484708. The village covers a total geographical area of 667.84 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Biser village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biser
As per Census 2011, Biser village has a total population of 1,151 people, consisting of 622 males and 529 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biser are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,151 | 622 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 101 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 420 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 202 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Biser
Biser 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankhedi Rewa | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Sankheda | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Deharikalan | North | 3.13 km |
| Mahari Rewa | East | 3.63 km |
| Dhapada Kalan | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Gadarwas | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Gora Mchhawai | South | 4.34 km |
| Dhandhala | North | 4.35 km |
| Dhapada Khurd | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Isarpur | South | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biser
Biser is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sohagpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Biser is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Biser is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biser
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biser 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 Biser
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biser 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biser
Where is Biser located?
Biser village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biser?
The Gram Panchayat of Biser is Sankheda.
What is the pincode of Biser?
The pincode of Biser is 464665.
What is the population of Biser?
Biser has a total population of 1,151, including 622 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Biser?
There are 255 households in Biser.
What is the literacy rate in Biser?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biser is 60.73%. Male literacy is 67.52% and female literacy is 52.74%.