Biba - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Biba is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Biba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biba is 531618. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Biba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Biba
As per Census 2011, Biba village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 662 males and 652 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 939 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,276 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 662 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,276 | 645 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 539 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 123 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Biba
Biba 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 Biba
Biba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Biba is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Biba is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biba 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 Biba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biba
Where is Biba located?
Biba village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biba?
Biba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biba?
The pincode of Biba is 444807.
What is the population of Biba?
Biba has a total population of 1,314, including 662 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Biba?
There are 168 households in Biba.
What is the literacy rate in Biba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biba is 71.46%. Male literacy is 81.42% and female literacy is 61.35%.