Bedkhodara - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Bedkhodara is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Gaurella and around 129 km from Bilaspur. Dhanouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedkhodara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedkhodara is 437457. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.86 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bedkhodara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedkhodara
According to the 2011 Census, Bedkhodara village had a total population of 66 people, including 25 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,640 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.07%, with male literacy at 47.83% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 66 | 25 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 25 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 14 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bedkhodara
Bedkhodara 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 Bedkhodara
Public transport in the Bedkhodara is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gaurella to Bedkhodara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bedkhodara is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedkhodara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedkhodara 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 Bedkhodara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedkhodara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedkhodara
Where is Bedkhodara located?
Bedkhodara village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bedkhodara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedkhodara is Dhanouli.
What is the pincode of Bedkhodara?
The pincode of Bedkhodara is 495117.
What is the population of Bedkhodara?
Bedkhodara had a total population of 66, including 25 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Bedkhodara?
Bedkhodara had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedkhodara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedkhodara was 41.07%. Male literacy was 47.83% and female literacy was 36.36%.