Bharuwamuda - Pithora, Mahasamund
Bharuwamuda is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Sohagpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharuwamuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharuwamuda is 446338. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.25 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bharuwamuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharuwamuda
As per Census 2011, Bharuwamuda village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 373 males and 366 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharuwamuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 373 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 272 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 101 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Bharuwamuda
Bharuwamuda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suinara | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Kolda | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Sewati | East | 2.27 km |
| Kodo Pali | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Charbhatha | South | 3.22 km |
| Churrupali | North | 3.25 km |
| Mongrapali | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Khadadarha | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Farouda | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Rewa | East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharuwamuda
Bharuwamuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 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 Bagbahara to Bharuwamuda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bharuwamuda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharuwamuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharuwamuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bharuwamuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharuwamuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharuwamuda
Where is Bharuwamuda located?
Bharuwamuda village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharuwamuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharuwamuda is Sohagpur.
What is the pincode of Bharuwamuda?
The pincode of Bharuwamuda is 493449.
What is the population of Bharuwamuda?
Bharuwamuda has a total population of 739, including 373 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Bharuwamuda?
There are 185 households in Bharuwamuda.
What is the literacy rate in Bharuwamuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharuwamuda is 59.95%. Male literacy is 72.92% and female literacy is 46.72%.