Bhagora - Tamnar, Raigarh
Bhagora is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Bhagora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagora is 434850. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.68 hectares and falls under the 496001 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bhagora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhagora
According to the 2011 Census, Bhagora village had a total population of 624 people, including 292 males and 332 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.48%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 624 | 292 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 31 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 116 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 214 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 78 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagora
Bhagora 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 Bhagora
Bhagora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Gharghoda to Bhagora is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Bhagora is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhagora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagora 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 Bhagora
Where is Bhagora located?
Bhagora village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhagora?
Bhagora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhagora?
The pincode of Bhagora is 496001.
What is the population of Bhagora?
Bhagora had a total population of 624, including 292 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Bhagora?
Bhagora had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagora was 72.48%. Male literacy was 81.99% and female literacy was 63.73%.