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
According to the 2011 Census, Bedma village had a total population of 142 people, including 74 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.93%, with male literacy at 15.79% and female literacy at 10.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 142, including 74 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Bedma?
Bedma had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedma was 12.93%. Male literacy was 15.79% and female literacy was 10.17%.