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
As per Census 2011, Bijaha Tola village has a total population of 473 people, consisting of 242 males and 231 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijaha Tola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 242 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 473, including 242 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bijaha Tola?
There are 109 households in Bijaha Tola.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaha Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaha Tola is 53.70%. Male literacy is 63.22% and female literacy is 43.72%.