Bachhranw - Bagicha, Jashpur
Bachhranw is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Bachraw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhranw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhranw is 433649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1627.71 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bachhranw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachhranw
According to the 2011 Census, Bachhranw village had a total population of 2,328 people, including 1,153 males and 1,175 females, living in 554 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.44%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 57.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,611.
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 | 2,328 | 1,153 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 185 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,611 | 798 | 813 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 754 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 399 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhranw
Bachhranw 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 Bachhranw
Bachhranw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bagicha to Bachhranw is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Bachhranw is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachhranw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhranw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bachhranw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhranw 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 Bachhranw
Where is Bachhranw located?
Bachhranw village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachhranw?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhranw is Bachraw.
What is the pincode of Bachhranw?
The pincode of Bachhranw is 496224.
What is the population of Bachhranw?
Bachhranw had a total population of 2,328, including 1,153 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Bachhranw?
Bachhranw had 554 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhranw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhranw was 67.44%. Male literacy was 77.89% and female literacy was 57.51%.