Bijarakachhar - Lormi, Mungeli
Bijarakachhar is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Lormi and around 105 km from Bilaspur. Bijra Kachhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijarakachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijarakachhar is 437874. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.98 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bijarakachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijarakachhar
As per Census 2011, Bijarakachhar village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 481 males and 498 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijarakachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 481 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 328 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 156 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 325 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Bijarakachhar
Bijarakachhar 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 Bijarakachhar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bijarakachhar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bijarakachhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to Bijarakachhar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bijarakachhar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijarakachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijarakachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijarakachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijarakachhar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijarakachhar
Where is Bijarakachhar located?
Bijarakachhar village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijarakachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijarakachhar is Bijra Kachhar.
What is the pincode of Bijarakachhar?
The pincode of Bijarakachhar is 495115.
What is the population of Bijarakachhar?
Bijarakachhar has a total population of 979, including 481 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Bijarakachhar?
There are 286 households in Bijarakachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Bijarakachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijarakachhar is 24.92%. Male literacy is 32.43% and female literacy is 17.67%.