Birendra Nagar - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Birendra Nagar is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Virendranagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birendra Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birendra Nagar is 439706. The village covers a total geographical area of 1190.96 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Birendra Nagar 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 Birendra Nagar
As per Census 2011, Birendra Nagar village has a total population of 3,178 people, consisting of 1,612 males and 1,566 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,718 literate and 1,460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birendra Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,178 | 1,612 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 263 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 198 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 134 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 1,038 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,460 | 574 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Birendra Nagar
Birendra Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kohadiya | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Tatikasa | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Ranveerpur | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Mohanpur | North | 3.03 km |
| Jamuniya | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Rengatola | West | 3.70 km |
| Patpar | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Surajpur | East | 4.04 km |
| Dharmgarh | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Dargaon | North-West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birendra Nagar
Birendra Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibhe, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 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 Birendra Nagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Birendra Nagar is about 37 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 Birendra Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birendra Nagar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birendra Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birendra Nagar 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 Birendra Nagar
Where is Birendra Nagar located?
Birendra Nagar village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birendra Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Birendra Nagar is Virendranagar.
What is the pincode of Birendra Nagar?
The pincode of Birendra Nagar is 491996.
What is the population of Birendra Nagar?
Birendra Nagar has a total population of 3,178, including 1,612 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Birendra Nagar?
There are 603 households in Birendra Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Birendra Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birendra Nagar is 54.06%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 43.42%.