Bichuwa - Chhapara, Seoni
Bichuwa is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Babiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichuwa is 495953. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.41 hectares and falls under the 480884 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bichuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bichuwa village had a total population of 277 people, including 144 males and 133 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 78.81% and female literacy at 52.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 277 | 144 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 141 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 93 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 51 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bichuwa
Bichuwa 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 Bichuwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bichuwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lakhnadon to Bichuwa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Bichuwa is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichuwa 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 Bichuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichuwa
Where is Bichuwa located?
Bichuwa village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bichuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichuwa is Babiya.
What is the pincode of Bichuwa?
The pincode of Bichuwa is 480884.
What is the population of Bichuwa?
Bichuwa had a total population of 277, including 144 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bichuwa?
Bichuwa had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichuwa was 65.81%. Male literacy was 78.81% and female literacy was 52.59%.