Bichhiya - Basna, Mahasamund
Bichhiya is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Bichiya S serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhiya is 445663. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.42 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bichhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Bichhiya village had a total population of 1,570 people, including 757 males and 813 females, living in 438 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.35%, with male literacy at 81.56% and female literacy at 55.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
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 | 1,570 | 757 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 79 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 168 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 201 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 553 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 204 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhiya
Bichhiya 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 Bichhiya
Bichhiya 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 | 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 Saraipali to Bichhiya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bichhiya is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bichhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichhiya
Where is Bichhiya located?
Bichhiya village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bichhiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhiya is Bichiya S.
What is the pincode of Bichhiya?
The pincode of Bichhiya is 493558.
What is the population of Bichhiya?
Bichhiya had a total population of 1,570, including 757 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Bichhiya?
Bichhiya had 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhiya was 68.35%. Male literacy was 81.56% and female literacy was 55.76%.