Bhujung Kachhar - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Bhujung Kachhar is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Ghunchapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhujung Kachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhujung Kachhar is 435966. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.8 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bhujung Kachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhujung Kachhar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhujung Kachhar village had a total population of 505 people, including 253 males and 252 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.25%, with male literacy at 42.92% and female literacy at 23.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 470.
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 | 505 | 253 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 237 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 91 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 162 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Bhujung Kachhar
Bhujung Kachhar 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 Bhujung Kachhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhujung Kachhar.
| 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 Korba to Bhujung Kachhar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Bhujung Kachhar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhujung Kachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhujung Kachhar 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 Bhujung Kachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhujung Kachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhujung Kachhar
Where is Bhujung Kachhar located?
Bhujung Kachhar village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhujung Kachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhujung Kachhar is Ghunchapur.
What is the pincode of Bhujung Kachhar?
The pincode of Bhujung Kachhar is 495448.
What is the population of Bhujung Kachhar?
Bhujung Kachhar had a total population of 505, including 253 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Bhujung Kachhar?
Bhujung Kachhar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhujung Kachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhujung Kachhar was 33.25%. Male literacy was 42.92% and female literacy was 23.44%.