Bijori - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Bijori is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Bijori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijori is 480257. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.5 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bijori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijori
As per Census 2011, Bijori village has a total population of 1,464 people, consisting of 721 males and 743 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 721 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 96 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 68 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 485 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 236 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Bijori
Bijori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhadla | North | 3.94 km |
| Lasudiya Bhama | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Bilwa Bhat | East | 5.64 km |
| Manpura Gujrati | South-East | 6.56 km |
| Sukalya | West | 6.69 km |
| Jamonia Ganesh | North | 7.56 km |
| Jasapura | North-West | 8.08 km |
| Lasudalya Patla | South | 8.59 km |
| Bor Kheda | West | 8.86 km |
| Shekhpur Bongi | South | 9.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijori
Bijori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalapipal, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Narsinghgarh to Bijori is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Bijori is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijori 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijori 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijori
Where is Bijori located?
Bijori village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijori?
Bijori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijori?
The pincode of Bijori is 465667.
What is the population of Bijori?
Bijori has a total population of 1,464, including 721 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Bijori?
There are 298 households in Bijori.
What is the literacy rate in Bijori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijori is 54.23%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 41.59%.