Bich Gawdi - Badoda, Sheopur
Bich Gawdi is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Basod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bich Gawdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bich Gawdi is 451776. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.79 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bich Gawdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bich Gawdi
According to the 2011 Census, Bich Gawdi village had a total population of 881 people, including 478 males and 403 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.53%, with male literacy at 69.69% and female literacy at 36.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 881 | 478 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 292 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 186 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Bich Gawdi
Bich Gawdi 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 Bich Gawdi
Bich Gawdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badoda to Bich Gawdi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Bich Gawdi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bich Gawdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bich Gawdi 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 Bich Gawdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bich Gawdi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bich Gawdi
Where is Bich Gawdi located?
Bich Gawdi village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bich Gawdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bich Gawdi is Basod.
What is the pincode of Bich Gawdi?
The pincode of Bich Gawdi is 476339.
What is the population of Bich Gawdi?
Bich Gawdi had a total population of 881, including 478 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Bich Gawdi?
Bich Gawdi had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bich Gawdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bich Gawdi was 54.53%. Male literacy was 69.69% and female literacy was 36.54%.