Bimda - Bagicha, Jashpur
Bimda is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 158 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Bimda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bimda is 433664. The village covers a total geographical area of 1503.03 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bimda 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 Bimda
As per Census 2011, Bimda village has a total population of 1,874 people, consisting of 948 males and 926 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bimda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,874 | 948 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 144 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 68 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,317 | 676 | 641 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 594 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 354 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Bimda
Bimda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peta | East | 2.85 km |
| Maini | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Patrapara | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Jurgum | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Sonpur | East | 4.33 km |
| Samarbar | North | 4.38 km |
| Rokda | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Durgapara | West | 4.48 km |
| Natkela | South | 4.68 km |
| Sardih | South-West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bimda
Bimda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 km.
| 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 Bimda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Bimda is about 158 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 Bimda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bimda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bimda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bimda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bimda
Where is Bimda located?
Bimda village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bimda?
Bimda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bimda?
The pincode of Bimda is 496224.
What is the population of Bimda?
Bimda has a total population of 1,874, including 948 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Bimda?
There are 427 households in Bimda.
What is the literacy rate in Bimda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bimda is 53.95%. Male literacy is 62.66% and female literacy is 45.03%.