Bilkhand - Basna, Mahasamund
Bilkhand is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Daldali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilkhand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkhand is 445707. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.77 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bilkhand 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 Bilkhand
As per Census 2011, Bilkhand village has a total population of 986 people, consisting of 454 males and 532 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 585 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilkhand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 986 | 454 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 68 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 101 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 585 | 261 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 269 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 185 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Bilkhand
Bilkhand 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 Bilkhand
Bilkhand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Basna to Bilkhand is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bilkhand is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilkhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilkhand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bilkhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilkhand 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilkhand
Where is Bilkhand located?
Bilkhand village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilkhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilkhand is Daldali.
What is the pincode of Bilkhand?
The pincode of Bilkhand is 493555.
What is the population of Bilkhand?
Bilkhand has a total population of 986, including 454 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Bilkhand?
There are 250 households in Bilkhand.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkhand is 48.17%. Male literacy is 59.25% and female literacy is 38.72%.