Bahenatangar - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Bahenatangar is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Bahanatangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahenatangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahenatangar is 434236. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.88 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bahenatangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahenatangar
As per Census 2011, Bahenatangar village has a total population of 2,277 people, consisting of 1,111 males and 1,166 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,108 literate and 1,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,743 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahenatangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,277 | 1,111 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 142 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 70 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,743 | 853 | 890 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 648 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 463 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Bahenatangar
Bahenatangar 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 Bahenatangar
Bahenatangar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Bahenatangar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Bahenatangar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Bahenatangar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahenatangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahenatangar 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 Bahenatangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahenatangar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahenatangar
Where is Bahenatangar located?
Bahenatangar village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahenatangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahenatangar is Bahanatangar.
What is the pincode of Bahenatangar?
The pincode of Bahenatangar is 496118.
What is the population of Bahenatangar?
Bahenatangar has a total population of 2,277, including 1,111 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Bahenatangar?
There are 520 households in Bahenatangar.
What is the literacy rate in Bahenatangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahenatangar is 48.66%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 39.45%.