Bettekal - Orchha, Narayanpur
Bettekal is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pochawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bettekal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bettekal is 450045. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 219 km away.
Bettekal 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 Bettekal
As per Census 2011, Bettekal village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 41 males and 47 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bettekal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bettekal
Bettekal 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 Bettekal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bettekal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Bettekal is about 219 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Bettekal is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bettekal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bettekal 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 Bettekal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bettekal 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 Bettekal
Where is Bettekal located?
Bettekal village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bettekal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bettekal is Pochawada.
What is the pincode of Bettekal?
The pincode of Bettekal is 494661.
What is the population of Bettekal?
Bettekal has a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Bettekal?
There are 15 households in Bettekal.