Barchha - Pathariya, Mungeli
Barchha is a village situated in the Pathariya tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from Pathariya and around 2 km from Bilaspur. Barchha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barchha is 438371. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.23 hectares and falls under the 495335 pincode. Pathariya is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Barchha 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 Barchha
According to the 2011 Census, Barchha village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 577 males and 542 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.94%, with male literacy at 88.84% and female literacy at 64.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424.
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 | 1,119 | 577 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 102 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 230 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 422 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 155 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Barchha
Barchha 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 Barchha
Barchha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathariya to Barchha is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Barchha is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barchha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barchha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barchha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barchha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barchha
Where is Barchha located?
Barchha village is located in Pathariya Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barchha?
Barchha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barchha?
The pincode of Barchha is 495335.
What is the population of Barchha?
Barchha had a total population of 1,119, including 577 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Barchha?
Barchha had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barchha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barchha was 76.94%. Male literacy was 88.84% and female literacy was 64.81%.