Bhitargawan - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Bhitargawan is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bhitarga¡an serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitargawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitargawan is 456239. The village covers a total geographical area of 761.5 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bhitargawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitargawan
As per Census 2011, Bhitargawan village has a total population of 2,052 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 971 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 1,341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 312 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitargawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,052 | 1,081 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 199 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 289 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 164 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 480 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,341 | 601 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitargawan
Bhitargawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Bhagwantpura | West | 3.33 km |
| Kamalpur | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Khurai | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Himmatpur Adhrani | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Garhrauli | North | 5.60 km |
| Bamna | North-West | 5.72 km |
| Garetha | South-East | 6.10 km |
| Devkheda | East | 6.23 km |
| Jungipur | East | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhitargawan
Bhitargawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Bhitargawan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Bhitargawan is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitargawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitargawan 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 Bhitargawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitargawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhitargawan
Where is Bhitargawan located?
Bhitargawan village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitargawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitargawan is Bhitarga¡an.
What is the pincode of Bhitargawan?
The pincode of Bhitargawan is 473995.
What is the population of Bhitargawan?
Bhitargawan has a total population of 2,052, including 1,081 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Bhitargawan?
There are 435 households in Bhitargawan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitargawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitargawan is 34.65%. Male literacy is 44.40% and female literacy is 23.79%.