Besrajhar - Mainpur, Gariyaband
Besrajhar is a village situated in the Mainpur tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mainpur and around 157 km from Raipur. Kulhadighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Besrajhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Besrajhar is 445371. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.4 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Besrajhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Besrajhar
According to the 2011 Census, Besrajhar village had a total population of 161 people, including 82 males and 79 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.19%, with male literacy at 55.38% and female literacy at 32.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 46 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Besrajhar
Besrajhar 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 Besrajhar
Besrajhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Gariyaband to Besrajhar is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Besrajhar is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Besrajhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Besrajhar 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 Besrajhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Besrajhar 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 Besrajhar
Where is Besrajhar located?
Besrajhar village is located in Mainpur Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Besrajhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Besrajhar is Kulhadighat.
What is the pincode of Besrajhar?
The pincode of Besrajhar is 493888.
What is the population of Besrajhar?
Besrajhar had a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Besrajhar?
Besrajhar had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Besrajhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Besrajhar was 44.19%. Male literacy was 55.38% and female literacy was 32.81%.