Bijwa Khera - Reodar, Sirohi
Bijwa Khera is a village situated in the Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reodar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Bheroogarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijwa Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijwa Khera is 090319. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.24 hectares and falls under the 307514 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bijwa Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijwa Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Bijwa Khera village had a total population of 130 people, including 65 males and 65 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.19%, with male literacy at 41.82% and female literacy at 20.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 42 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Bijwa Khera
Bijwa Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bheroogarh | South | 1.45 km |
| Didmana Khera | West | 1.67 km |
| Marol | East | 2.01 km |
| Vanti | North | 2.23 km |
| Padroo Khera | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Awada | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Bootri | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Meethan | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Nimbora | East | 4.15 km |
| Kareli | North-West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijwa Khera
Public transport in the Bijwa Khera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shri Amirgadh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Abu Road to Bijwa Khera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Bijwa Khera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijwa Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijwa Khera 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 Bijwa Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijwa Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijwa Khera
Where is Bijwa Khera located?
Bijwa Khera village is located in Reodar Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijwa Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijwa Khera is Bheroogarh.
What is the pincode of Bijwa Khera?
The pincode of Bijwa Khera is 307514.
What is the population of Bijwa Khera?
Bijwa Khera had a total population of 130, including 65 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Bijwa Khera?
Bijwa Khera had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijwa Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijwa Khera was 31.19%. Male literacy was 41.82% and female literacy was 20.37%.