Bhatbenda - Orchha, Narayanpur
Bhatbenda is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pochawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatbenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatbenda is 450046. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Bhatbenda 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 Bhatbenda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatbenda village had a total population of 89 people, including 59 males and 30 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 508 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.39%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 3.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 89 | 59 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 59 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 59 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatbenda
Bhatbenda 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 Bhatbenda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhatbenda.
| 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 Dantewada to Bhatbenda is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Bhatbenda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatbenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatbenda 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 Bhatbenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatbenda 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 Bhatbenda
Where is Bhatbenda located?
Bhatbenda village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatbenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatbenda is Pochawada.
What is the pincode of Bhatbenda?
The pincode of Bhatbenda is 494661.
What is the population of Bhatbenda?
Bhatbenda had a total population of 89, including 59 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Bhatbenda?
Bhatbenda had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatbenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatbenda was 1.39%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 3.85%.