Higona - Biaora, Rajgarh
Higona is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Khankrateja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Higona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Higona is 479735. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.24 hectares and falls under the 465674 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Higona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Higona
According to the 2011 Census, Higona village had a total population of 72 people, including 42 males and 30 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.69%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 30.77%.
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 | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 27 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Higona
Higona 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 Higona
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Higona. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Higona.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Higona is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Higona is about 40 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 Higona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Higona 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 Higona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Higona 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 Higona
Where is Higona located?
Higona village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Higona?
The Gram Panchayat of Higona is Khankrateja.
What is the pincode of Higona?
The pincode of Higona is 465674.
What is the population of Higona?
Higona had a total population of 72, including 42 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Higona?
Higona had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Higona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Higona was 54.69%. Male literacy was 71.05% and female literacy was 30.77%.