Bijaha Tola - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Bijaha Tola is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Tagawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijaha Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaha Tola is 501046. The village covers a total geographical area of 784.22 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bijaha Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijaha Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Bijaha Tola village had a total population of 473 people, including 242 males and 231 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.82%, with male literacy at 75.74% and female literacy at 51.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 449.
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 | 473 | 242 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 449 | 228 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 153 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 89 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaha Tola
Bijaha Tola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tagawar | South | 1.72 km |
| Saunta | North | 3.03 km |
| Bidor | South | 3.15 km |
| Deolihan Tola | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Jora | West | 3.31 km |
| Kalleh | East | 3.58 km |
| Jaraukhra | South | 4.18 km |
| Bijaha | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Girui Khurd (badi) | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Jhiriya Tola | South | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijaha Tola
Bijaha Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Beohari, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Bijaha Tola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Bijaha Tola 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 Bijaha Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaha Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijaha Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaha Tola 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 Bijaha Tola
Where is Bijaha Tola located?
Bijaha Tola village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijaha Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijaha Tola is Tagawar.
What is the pincode of Bijaha Tola?
The pincode of Bijaha Tola is 484771.
What is the population of Bijaha Tola?
Bijaha Tola had a total population of 473, including 242 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bijaha Tola?
Bijaha Tola had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaha Tola was 63.82%. Male literacy was 75.74% and female literacy was 51.53%.