Bichhiyatola - Kelhari, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Bichhiyatola is a village situated in the Kelhari tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 53 km from Manendragarh and around 83 km from Baikunthpur. Bichhiyatola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhiyatola is 431639. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.32 hectares and falls under the 497442 pincode. Manendragarh is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bichhiyatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manendragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichhiyatola
According to the 2011 Census, Bichhiyatola village had a total population of 573 people, including 288 males and 285 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.86%, with male literacy at 92.97% and female literacy at 76.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 573 | 288 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 51 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 238 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 50 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhiyatola
Bichhiyatola 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 Bichhiyatola
Bichhiyatola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manendragarh to Bichhiyatola is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Bichhiyatola is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhiyatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhiyatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhiyatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhiyatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichhiyatola
Where is Bichhiyatola located?
Bichhiyatola village is located in Kelhari Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhiyatola?
Bichhiyatola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bichhiyatola?
The pincode of Bichhiyatola is 497442.
What is the population of Bichhiyatola?
Bichhiyatola had a total population of 573, including 288 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Bichhiyatola?
Bichhiyatola had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhiyatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhiyatola was 84.86%. Male literacy was 92.97% and female literacy was 76.42%.