Bhalera - Arang, Raipur
Bhalera is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Bhalera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalera is 444583. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.93 hectares and falls under the 493661 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhalera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalera
As per Census 2011, Bhalera village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 845 males and 800 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 845 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 619 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 226 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalera
Bhalera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapri-3 (khapri) | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Pahanda | South | 2.18 km |
| Gidhawa | North | 2.20 km |
| Gaurbhath | East | 2.84 km |
| Tama Seoni | West | 3.09 km |
| Charauda-2 | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Chhatera | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Bhurka | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Lingadih | North | 3.91 km |
| Kumhari-2(kumhari) | South-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhalera
Bhalera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Bhalera is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Bhalera is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalera
Where is Bhalera located?
Bhalera village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalera?
Bhalera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhalera?
The pincode of Bhalera is 493661.
What is the population of Bhalera?
Bhalera has a total population of 1,645, including 845 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Bhalera?
There are 392 households in Bhalera.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalera is 65.23%. Male literacy is 73.25% and female literacy is 56.75%.