Bichhalwa Village - Sarangarh, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Bichhalwa is a village situated in the Sarangarh tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Sarangarh and around 47 km from Raigarh. Ghathula Bade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhalwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhalwa is 435518. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.29 hectares and falls under the 496445 pincode. Sarangarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bichhalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bichhalwa
Bichhalwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singarpur | West | 1.47 km |
| Farswani | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Khairpali | South | 1.87 km |
| Ghathula Bade | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Amjhar | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Gatapidha | North | 2.61 km |
| Loharindipa | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Jharmunda | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Jogidipa | West | 3.20 km |
| Bhimsendih | North | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichhalwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bichhalwa. The nearest railway station is Raigarh, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarangarh to Bichhalwa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Bichhalwa is about 47 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 Bichhalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhalwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhalwa 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 Bichhalwa
Where is Bichhalwa located?
Bichhalwa village is located in Sarangarh Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhalwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhalwa is Ghathula Bade.
What is the pincode of Bichhalwa?
The pincode of Bichhalwa is 496445.