Bedma
Bedma is a village located in Keskal tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Keskal (tehsildar office) and 136km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bedma village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bedma unique in its vibrant Keskal-Bastar region. You’ll see Bedma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bedma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bedma is 448578. The village spans a total geographical area of 563.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492109. Keskal is nearest town to Bedma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Bedma
Population of Bedma
According to the 2011 Census, Bedma has a total population of about 1,078, with approximately 536 males and 542 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 825. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.33%, with male literacy at about 66.42% and female literacy near 48.34%. There are around 228 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bedma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 536 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 825 | 409 | 416 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 356 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 180 | 280 |
Connectivity of Bedma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bedma. As per the 2011 stats, Bedma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bedma
Knowing the nearby villages of Bedma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bedma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bedma
- Where is Bedma located?
- Bedma village is situated in Keskal Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bedma?
- Bedma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bedma?
- The pincode of Bedma is 492109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bedma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bedma is 1,078, with 536 males and 542 females.
- How many households are there in Bedma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bedma village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bedma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bedma is 57.33%. The male literacy rate is 66.42%, while the female literacy rate is 48.34%.