Bhadrakali - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Bhadrakali is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bhadrakali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadrakali is 450779. The village covers a total geographical area of 612.49 hectares and falls under the 494446 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhadrakali 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 Bhadrakali
As per Census 2011, Bhadrakali village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 268 males and 191 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 712 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadrakali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 268 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 207 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 217 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 51 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadrakali
Bhadrakali 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 Bhadrakali
Bhadrakali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhopalpattanam to Bhadrakali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Bhadrakali 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 Bhadrakali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadrakali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhadrakali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadrakali 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 Bhadrakali
Where is Bhadrakali located?
Bhadrakali village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadrakali?
Bhadrakali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadrakali?
The pincode of Bhadrakali is 494446.
What is the population of Bhadrakali?
Bhadrakali has a total population of 459, including 268 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Bhadrakali?
There are 88 households in Bhadrakali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadrakali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadrakali is 65.58%. Male literacy is 80.97% and female literacy is 43.98%.