Bicharpur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Bicharpur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Vicharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bicharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bicharpur is 439622. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.91 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bicharpur 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 Bicharpur
As per Census 2011, Bicharpur village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 394 males and 428 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bicharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 394 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 250 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 144 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Bicharpur
Bicharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thothma Nawapara | South | 1.67 km |
| Silhati | West | 1.71 km |
| Bajguda | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Tilaibhath | North | 2.28 km |
| Khairbana | East | 2.46 km |
| Singapur | East | 2.47 km |
| Bidora | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bamhantola | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Lakhatola | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Ramhepur | North-East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bicharpur
Bicharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Bicharpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Bicharpur is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bicharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bicharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bicharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bicharpur 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 Bicharpur
Where is Bicharpur located?
Bicharpur village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bicharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bicharpur is Vicharpur.
What is the pincode of Bicharpur?
The pincode of Bicharpur is 491996.
What is the population of Bicharpur?
Bicharpur has a total population of 822, including 394 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Bicharpur?
There are 172 households in Bicharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bicharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bicharpur is 52.43%. Male literacy is 63.45% and female literacy is 42.29%.