Vijrawan - Mohangarh, Tikamgarh
Vijrawan is a village situated in the Mohangarh tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohangarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Vijrawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijrawan is 456868. The village covers a total geographical area of 1294.55 hectares and falls under the 472339 pincode. Lidhora Khas is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vijrawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prithvipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijrawan
According to the 2011 Census, Vijrawan village had a total population of 3,282 people, including 1,724 males and 1,558 females, living in 731 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.57%, with male literacy at 59.94% and female literacy at 46.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 3,282 | 1,724 | 1,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 281 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,197 | 638 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 202 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 865 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,825 | 859 | 966 |
Nearby Villages of Vijrawan
Vijrawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punaul Khas | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Pachgaiya | South | 3.04 km |
| Nadiya | South | 3.77 km |
| Kodiya | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Dor | East | 4.20 km |
| Badalihar | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Punolhar | North-East | 4.56 km |
| Bigha | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Digoda | East | 5.01 km |
| Amarpur Bhata | South-East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vijrawan
Vijrawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lidhora Khas to Vijrawan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Vijrawan 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 Vijrawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijrawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vijrawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijrawan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vijrawan
Where is Vijrawan located?
Vijrawan village is located in Mohangarh Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijrawan?
Vijrawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijrawan?
The pincode of Vijrawan is 472339.
What is the population of Vijrawan?
Vijrawan had a total population of 3,282, including 1,724 males and 1,558 females.
How many households are there in Vijrawan?
Vijrawan had 731 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijrawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijrawan was 53.57%. Male literacy was 59.94% and female literacy was 46.36%.