Apharid Village - Saragaon, Janjgir-Champa
Apharid is a village situated in the Saragaon tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Champa and around 23 km from Janjgir. Afarid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Apharid village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Apharid is 436841. The village covers a total geographical area of 905.89 hectares and falls under the 495660 pincode. Champa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Apharid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Apharid
As per Census 2011, Apharid village has a total population of 4,033 people, consisting of 2,004 males and 2,029 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,526 literate and 1,507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,031 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Apharid are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,033 | 2,004 | 2,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 282 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,031 | 505 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 181 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 2,526 | 1,499 | 1,027 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,507 | 505 | 1,002 |
Nearby Villages of Apharid
Apharid 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudpar | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Kamrid | North | 2.79 km |
| Hathnewara | West | 3.26 km |
| Sothi | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Pachori | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Piparda | South | 3.88 km |
| Bhanwarmal | South | 4.72 km |
| Kosmanda | North | 4.83 km |
| Deori | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Jata | North | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Apharid
Apharid is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibh6, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Champa to Apharid is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Apharid is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Apharid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Apharid village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Apharid
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Apharid village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Apharid
Where is Apharid located?
Apharid village is located in Saragaon Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Apharid?
The Gram Panchayat of Apharid is Afarid.
What is the pincode of Apharid?
The pincode of Apharid is 495660.
What is the population of Apharid?
Apharid has a total population of 4,033, including 2,004 males and 2,029 females.
How many households are there in Apharid?
There are 866 households in Apharid.
What is the literacy rate in Apharid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Apharid is 62.63%. Male literacy is 74.80% and female literacy is 50.62%.