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
As per Census 2011, Birgaon village has a total population of 1,742 people, consisting of 877 males and 865 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birgaon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,742, including 877 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Birgaon?
There are 503 households in Birgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Birgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birgaon is 59.30%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 45.20%.