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
As per Census 2011, Bich Gawdi village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 478 males and 403 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bich Gawdi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 881, including 478 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Bich Gawdi?
There are 185 households in Bich Gawdi.
What is the literacy rate in Bich Gawdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bich Gawdi is 47.79%. Male literacy is 61.09% and female literacy is 32.01%.