Bilaua - Pohri, Shivpuri
Bilaua is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bilaua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaua is 455168. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.01 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bilaua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilaua
According to the 2011 Census, Bilaua village had a total population of 1,602 people, including 823 males and 779 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.88%, with male literacy at 50.61% and female literacy at 30.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 361, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 685.
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 | 1,602 | 823 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 171 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 189 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 685 | 345 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 330 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,080 | 493 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaua
Bilaua 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 Bilaua
Bilaua 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 | 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 Shivpuri to Bilaua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaua 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 Bilaua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bilaua
Where is Bilaua located?
Bilaua village is located in Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilaua?
Bilaua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilaua?
The pincode of Bilaua is 473775.
What is the population of Bilaua?
Bilaua had a total population of 1,602, including 823 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Bilaua?
Bilaua had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaua was 40.88%. Male literacy was 50.61% and female literacy was 30.72%.