Nigarbandh - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Nigarbandh is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Nigarband serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigarbandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigarbandh is 438546. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.1 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nigarbandh 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 Nigarbandh
As per Census 2011, Nigarbandh village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 784 males and 764 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nigarbandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 784 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 505 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 279 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Nigarbandh
Nigarbandh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa Kapa | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Raja Kapa | North | 1.59 km |
| Pandariya | East | 2.01 km |
| Barahi | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Kurankapa | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Lohrakapa | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Chulghat | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Chorma | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Purena | North | 2.75 km |
| Amoli Kapa | South-East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nigarbandh
Nigarbandh 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 Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Nigarbandh is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Nigarbandh is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigarbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigarbandh 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nigarbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigarbandh 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nigarbandh
Where is Nigarbandh located?
Nigarbandh village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigarbandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigarbandh is Nigarband.
What is the pincode of Nigarbandh?
The pincode of Nigarbandh is 495330.
What is the population of Nigarbandh?
Nigarbandh has a total population of 1,548, including 784 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Nigarbandh?
There are 302 households in Nigarbandh.
What is the literacy rate in Nigarbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigarbandh is 56.01%. Male literacy is 64.41% and female literacy is 47.38%.