Belchar - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Belchar is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Tindodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belchar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belchar is 451227. The village falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Belchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belchar
According to the 2011 Census, Belchar village had a total population of 655 people, including 334 males and 321 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.90%, with male literacy at 38.34% and female literacy at 14.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 601.
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 | 655 | 334 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 302 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 97 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 237 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Belchar
Belchar 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 Belchar
Public transport in the Belchar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhairamgarh to Belchar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Belchar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belchar 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 Belchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belchar 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 Belchar
Where is Belchar located?
Belchar village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Belchar is Tindodi.
What is the pincode of Belchar?
The pincode of Belchar is 494450.
What is the population of Belchar?
Belchar had a total population of 655, including 334 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Belchar?
Belchar had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belchar was 26.90%. Male literacy was 38.34% and female literacy was 14.53%.