Bahpani - Kukdur, Kabeerdham
Bahpani is a village situated in the Kukdur tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Pandariya and around 85 km from Kawardha. Kadavani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahpani is 439764. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.76 hectares and falls under the 491559 pincode. Pandariya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bahpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahpani
According to the 2011 Census, Bahpani village had a total population of 434 people, including 213 males and 221 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.88%, with male literacy at 46.39% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 404.
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 | 434 | 213 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 196 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 77 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 136 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Bahpani
Bahpani 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 Bahpani
Bahpani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandariya to Bahpani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Bahpani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahpani 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 Bahpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahpani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahpani
Where is Bahpani located?
Bahpani village is located in Kukdur Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahpani is Kadavani.
What is the pincode of Bahpani?
The pincode of Bahpani is 491559.
What is the population of Bahpani?
Bahpani had a total population of 434, including 213 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Bahpani?
Bahpani had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahpani was 39.88%. Male literacy was 46.39% and female literacy was 33.33%.