Bhogam
Bhogam is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bhogam village. As per 2009 stats, Bhogam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhogam unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Bhogam’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 Bhogam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhogam is 450075. The village spans a total geographical area of 812.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Bhogam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhogam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhogam
Population of Bhogam
According to the 2011 Census, Bhogam has a total population of about 841, with approximately 392 males and 449 females. The sex ratio is around 1145 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 447. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.26%, with male literacy at about 53.57% and female literacy near 30.51%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhogam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 841 | 392 | 449 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 204 | 243 |
Literate Population | 347 | 210 | 137 |
Illiterate Population | 494 | 182 | 312 |
Connectivity of Bhogam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhogam. As per the 2011 stats, Bhogam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhogam
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhogam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhogam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhogam
- Where is Bhogam located?
- Bhogam village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhogam?
- Bhogam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhogam?
- The pincode of Bhogam is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhogam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhogam is 841, with 392 males and 449 females.
- How many households are there in Bhogam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhogam village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhogam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhogam is 41.26%. The male literacy rate is 53.57%, while the female literacy rate is 30.51%.