Bedma - Chhotedongar, Narayanpur
Bedma is a village situated in the Chhotedongar tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 54 km from Narayanpur and around 54 km from Narayanpur. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedma is 449781. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.76 hectares and falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Bedma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedma
As per Census 2011, Bedma village has a total population of 142 people, consisting of 74 males and 68 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 65 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Bedma
Bedma 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 Bedma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bedma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Bedma is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedma 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 Bedma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bedma
Where is Bedma located?
Bedma village is located in Chhotedongar Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedma?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedma is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Bedma?
The pincode of Bedma is 494661.
What is the population of Bedma?
Bedma has a total population of 142, including 74 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Bedma?
There are 32 households in Bedma.
What is the literacy rate in Bedma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedma is 10.56%. Male literacy is 12.16% and female literacy is 8.82%.