Bilway - Basoda, Vidisha
Bilway is a village situated in the Basoda tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basoda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Rojru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilway village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilway is 481151. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 464221 pincode. Basoda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bilway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilway
As per Census 2011, Bilway village has a total population of 386 people, consisting of 203 males and 183 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilway are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 203 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 264 | 156 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 47 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Bilway
Bilway 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rojroo | South | 2.00 km |
| Mehra | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Bakena | West | 2.55 km |
| Chak Masoodpur | North | 2.75 km |
| Biladhana | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Kirwaya | East | 3.17 km |
| Grahini | South | 3.29 km |
| Agasod | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Masoodpur | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Ukayala | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilway
Bilway is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bareth, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Basoda to Bilway is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Bilway is about 65 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 Bilway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilway 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 Bilway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilway 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilway
Where is Bilway located?
Bilway village is located in Basoda Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilway?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilway is Rojru.
What is the pincode of Bilway?
The pincode of Bilway is 464221.
What is the population of Bilway?
Bilway has a total population of 386, including 203 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Bilway?
There are 90 households in Bilway.
What is the literacy rate in Bilway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilway is 68.39%. Male literacy is 76.85% and female literacy is 59.02%.