Bahigaon - Belargaon, Dhamtari
Bahigaon is a village situated in the Belargaon tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from Nagari and around 90 km from Dhamtari. Birnasilli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahigaon is 447374. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.56 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bahigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahigaon
As per Census 2011, Bahigaon village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 156 males and 162 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 156 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 134 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 112 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 44 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Bahigaon
Bahigaon 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 Bahigaon
Public transport in the Bahigaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nagri to Bahigaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Bahigaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahigaon 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 Bahigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahigaon
Where is Bahigaon located?
Bahigaon village is located in Belargaon Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahigaon is Birnasilli.
What is the pincode of Bahigaon?
The pincode of Bahigaon is 493778.
What is the population of Bahigaon?
Bahigaon has a total population of 318, including 156 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Bahigaon?
There are 74 households in Bahigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bahigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahigaon is 57.23%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 43.21%.