Bahar Chura - Ramchandrapur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Bahar Chura is a village situated in the Ramchandrapur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Ramanujganj and around 155 km from Ambikapur. Baharchura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahar Chura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahar Chura is 431879. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.42 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Ramanujganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bahar Chura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahar Chura
According to the 2011 Census, Bahar Chura village had a total population of 820 people, including 413 males and 407 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.66%, with male literacy at 68.85% and female literacy at 42.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 734.
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 | 820 | 413 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 92 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 734 | 364 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 221 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 192 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Bahar Chura
Bahar Chura 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 Bahar Chura
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bahar Chura. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bahar Chura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramanujganj to Bahar Chura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Bahar Chura is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahar Chura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahar Chura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bahar Chura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahar Chura 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bahar Chura
Where is Bahar Chura located?
Bahar Chura village is located in Ramchandrapur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahar Chura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahar Chura is Baharchura.
What is the pincode of Bahar Chura?
The pincode of Bahar Chura is 497220.
What is the population of Bahar Chura?
Bahar Chura had a total population of 820, including 413 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Bahar Chura?
Bahar Chura had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahar Chura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahar Chura was 55.66%. Male literacy was 68.85% and female literacy was 42.94%.