Bahtarai - Sankari, Bilaspur
Bahtarai is a village situated in the Sankari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Takhatpur and around 13 km from Bilaspur. Bahtarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahtarai is 438654. The village covers a total geographical area of 744.27 hectares and falls under the 495003 pincode. Sakari is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bahtarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahtarai
As per Census 2011, Bahtarai village has a total population of 2,677 people, consisting of 1,362 males and 1,315 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,616 literate and 1,061 illiterate residents. Additionally, 653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahtarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,677 | 1,362 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 200 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 653 | 330 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,616 | 965 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 397 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Bahtarai
Bahtarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabena | North | 2.04 km |
| Singhri | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Kopra | South | 2.59 km |
| Sambalpuri | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Bindhyasar | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Pand | East | 2.70 km |
| Binauri | North | 3.86 km |
| Lakhasar | West | 3.88 km |
| Sarseni | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Pendari | North | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahtarai
Bahtarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Usalapur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sakari to Bahtarai is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bahtarai is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahtarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahtarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahtarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahtarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahtarai
Where is Bahtarai located?
Bahtarai village is located in Sankari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahtarai?
Bahtarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahtarai?
The pincode of Bahtarai is 495003.
What is the population of Bahtarai?
Bahtarai has a total population of 2,677, including 1,362 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Bahtarai?
There are 562 households in Bahtarai.
What is the literacy rate in Bahtarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahtarai is 60.37%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 49.51%.