Bicharpur - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Bicharpur is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Pandrapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bicharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bicharpur is 440932. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.24 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bicharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bicharpur
As per Census 2011, Bicharpur village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 174 males and 211 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bicharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 174 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 168 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 75 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Bicharpur
Bicharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maladongri | South | 1.95 km |
| Kidkadi | North | 2.81 km |
| Bodaldand | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Pandrapani | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Haldi | West | 3.15 km |
| Bendadi | South | 3.57 km |
| Hetadkasa | North | 4.49 km |
| Futana | West | 5.03 km |
| Khedepar | South | 5.03 km |
| Kosbi(bk) | South | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bicharpur
Bicharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bortalao, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Bicharpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Bicharpur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bicharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bicharpur 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 Bicharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bicharpur 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 Bicharpur
Where is Bicharpur located?
Bicharpur village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bicharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bicharpur is Pandrapani.
What is the pincode of Bicharpur?
The pincode of Bicharpur is 491558.
What is the population of Bicharpur?
Bicharpur has a total population of 385, including 174 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Bicharpur?
There are 79 households in Bicharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bicharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bicharpur is 48.31%. Male literacy is 56.90% and female literacy is 41.23%.