Bijaitola - Gondiya, Gondia
Bijaitola is a village situated in the Gondiya tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Gondiya and around 20 km from Gondiya. Deutola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijaitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaitola is 537742. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.28 hectares and falls under the 441614 pincode. Tirora is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bijaitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijaitola
As per Census 2011, Bijaitola village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 351 males and 306 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijaitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 351 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 308 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 43 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaitola
Bijaitola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deutola | West | 0.70 km |
| Polatola | East | 1.09 km |
| Dawaniwada | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Sonpuri | East | 2.71 km |
| Dhapewada | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Khatitola | South | 3.38 km |
| Lodhitola -07 | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Zadutola | South | 3.62 km |
| Jartal | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Karutola | South-West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijaitola
Bijaitola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gangajhari, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirora to Bijaitola is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gondiya to Bijaitola is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijaitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaitola 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijaitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaitola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijaitola
Where is Bijaitola located?
Bijaitola village is located in Gondiya Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijaitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijaitola is Deutola.
What is the pincode of Bijaitola?
The pincode of Bijaitola is 441614.
What is the population of Bijaitola?
Bijaitola has a total population of 657, including 351 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Bijaitola?
There are 146 households in Bijaitola.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaitola is 79.15%. Male literacy is 87.75% and female literacy is 69.28%.