Birgaon - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Birgaon is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Mungeli and around 36 km from Bilaspur. Birgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birgaon is 438338. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.42 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Birgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Birgaon village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 877 males and 865 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.03%, with male literacy at 85.94% and female literacy at 53.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 1,742 | 877 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 130 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 113 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 642 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 235 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Birgaon
Birgaon 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 Birgaon
Birgaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Birgaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Birgaon is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birgaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birgaon
Where is Birgaon located?
Birgaon village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birgaon?
Birgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birgaon?
The pincode of Birgaon is 495334.
What is the population of Birgaon?
Birgaon had a total population of 1,742, including 877 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Birgaon?
Birgaon had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birgaon was 70.03%. Male literacy was 85.94% and female literacy was 53.71%.