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
According to the 2011 Census, Bijarakachhar village had a total population of 979 people, including 481 males and 498 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.69%, with male literacy at 40.21% and female literacy at 21.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 691.
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 | 979 | 481 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 979, including 481 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Bijarakachhar?
Bijarakachhar had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijarakachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijarakachhar was 30.69%. Male literacy was 40.21% and female literacy was 21.62%.