Bhursi Pakri - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Bhursi Pakri is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bhursi Pakri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhursi Pakri is 439227. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.33 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhursi Pakri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhursi Pakri
According to the 2011 Census, Bhursi Pakri village had a total population of 332 people, including 163 males and 169 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.94%, with male literacy at 61.48% and female literacy at 28.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 332 | 163 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 147 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 75 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 88 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Bhursi Pakri
Bhursi Pakri 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 Bhursi Pakri
Bhursi Pakri 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Bhursi Pakri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Bhursi Pakri is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhursi Pakri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhursi Pakri 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 Bhursi Pakri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhursi Pakri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhursi Pakri
Where is Bhursi Pakri located?
Bhursi Pakri village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhursi Pakri?
Bhursi Pakri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhursi Pakri?
The pincode of Bhursi Pakri is 491995.
What is the population of Bhursi Pakri?
Bhursi Pakri had a total population of 332, including 163 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Bhursi Pakri?
Bhursi Pakri had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhursi Pakri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhursi Pakri was 44.94%. Male literacy was 61.48% and female literacy was 28.80%.