Bijora - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Bijora is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bijora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijora is 543184. The village covers a total geographical area of 374 hectares and falls under the 445209 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bijora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijora
As per Census 2011, Bijora village has a total population of 1,325 people, consisting of 663 males and 662 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 663 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 98 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,264 | 633 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 478 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 185 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Bijora
Bijora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajura | West | 0.93 km |
| Kothari | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Ghanmukh | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Nadgavhan | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Beldari | West | 3.79 km |
| Nehrunagar | North | 4.05 km |
| Mudana | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Hingani | North | 4.94 km |
| Dharegaon | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Senad | West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijora
Public transport in the Bijora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadki Bazar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| 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 Umarkhed to Bijora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Bijora is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijora 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 Bijora
Where is Bijora located?
Bijora village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijora?
Bijora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijora?
The pincode of Bijora is 445209.
What is the population of Bijora?
Bijora has a total population of 1,325, including 663 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Bijora?
There are 307 households in Bijora.
What is the literacy rate in Bijora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijora is 64.15%. Male literacy is 72.10% and female literacy is 56.19%.