Bijrawan - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Bijrawan is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Vijrawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijrawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijrawan is 455821. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.2 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bijrawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijrawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bijrawan village had a total population of 1,200 people, including 626 males and 574 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.57%, with male literacy at 57.76% and female literacy at 42.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 520.
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 | 1,200 | 626 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 252 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 294 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 332 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Bijrawan
Bijrawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandal | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Kishanpur | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Rejha Dang | South | 2.97 km |
| Seeghan | East | 3.10 km |
| Gudhal | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Khiriya | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Bhadron | North | 3.81 km |
| Agra | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Garak Husani | East | 4.20 km |
| Chandoriya | South-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijrawan
Bijrawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarwas to Bijrawan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Bijrawan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijrawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijrawan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijrawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijrawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijrawan
Where is Bijrawan located?
Bijrawan village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijrawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijrawan is Vijrawan.
What is the pincode of Bijrawan?
The pincode of Bijrawan is 473885.
What is the population of Bijrawan?
Bijrawan had a total population of 1,200, including 626 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Bijrawan?
Bijrawan had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijrawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijrawan was 50.57%. Male literacy was 57.76% and female literacy was 42.67%.