Begaridand - Biharpur, Surajpur
Begaridand is a village situated in the Biharpur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 114 km from Oudgi and around 160 km from Ambikapur. Begaridand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begaridand is 432624. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.07 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Baidhan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Begaridand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Begaridand
According to the 2011 Census, Begaridand village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 548 males and 505 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 49.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 723.
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 | 1,053 | 548 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 358 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 355 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 193 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Begaridand
Begaridand 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 Begaridand
Begaridand 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 Baidhan to Begaridand is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Begaridand is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begaridand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begaridand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Begaridand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begaridand 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Begaridand
Where is Begaridand located?
Begaridand village is located in Biharpur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begaridand?
Begaridand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Begaridand?
The pincode of Begaridand is 497231.
What is the population of Begaridand?
Begaridand had a total population of 1,053, including 548 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Begaridand?
Begaridand had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begaridand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begaridand was 67.50%. Male literacy was 84.12% and female literacy was 49.08%.