Bilaspur - Sarsiwa, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Sarsiwa tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Bilaigarh and around 185 km from Raipur. Bilaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 444379. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.97 hectares and falls under the 493559 pincode. Bhatgaon is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bilaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilaspur
As per Census 2011, Bilaspur village has a total population of 2,360 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,220 females. The village has 650 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,427 literate and 933 illiterate residents. Additionally, 791 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,360 | 1,140 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 174 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 384 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 806 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 933 | 334 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur
Bilaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bhatgaon to Bilaspur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Bilaspur is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bilaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Sarsiwa Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilaspur?
The pincode of Bilaspur is 493559.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur has a total population of 2,360, including 1,140 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
There are 650 households in Bilaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur is 60.47%. Male literacy is 70.70% and female literacy is 50.90%.