Bijlon - Sehore
Bijlon is a village situated in the Sehore tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Sehore, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bijlon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijlon is 482678. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066.06 hectares and falls under the 466001 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bijlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichhawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijlon
As per Census 2011, Bijlon village has a total population of 2,141 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,022 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,273 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijlon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,141 | 1,119 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 183 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 173 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,273 | 794 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 325 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Bijlon
Bijlon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampura | South | 1.99 km |
| Barkhedi Sehore | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Lasudlya Parihar (padhar) | North | 2.70 km |
| Pipaliya Mira | West | 3.05 km |
| Padli | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Titora | South | 3.77 km |
| Takipur | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Hirapur | South | 3.95 km |
| Kulas Khurd | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Bhagwanpura | West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijlon
Bijlon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pachwan, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sehore to Bijlon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijlon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijlon
Where is Bijlon located?
Bijlon village is located in Sehore Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijlon?
Bijlon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijlon?
The pincode of Bijlon is 466001.
What is the population of Bijlon?
Bijlon has a total population of 2,141, including 1,119 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Bijlon?
There are 424 households in Bijlon.
What is the literacy rate in Bijlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijlon is 59.46%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 46.87%.