Bechai - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Bechai is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Bechai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bechai is 451459. The village covers a total geographical area of 1603 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bechai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bechai
As per Census 2011, Bechai village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 394 males and 327 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bechai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 394 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 274 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 120 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Bechai
Bechai 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 Bechai
Bechai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Bechai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Bechai is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bechai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bechai 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 Bechai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bechai 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 Bechai
Where is Bechai located?
Bechai village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bechai?
Bechai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bechai?
The pincode of Bechai is 476332.
What is the population of Bechai?
Bechai has a total population of 721, including 394 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Bechai?
There are 158 households in Bechai.
What is the literacy rate in Bechai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bechai is 55.76%. Male literacy is 69.54% and female literacy is 39.14%.