Bhui - Pratappur, Surajpur
Bhui is a village situated in the Pratappur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Pratappur and around 92 km from Ambikapur. Ghui serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhui is 432191. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.93 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhui
According to the 2011 Census, Bhui village had a total population of 882 people, including 467 males and 415 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.20%, with male literacy at 89.45% and female literacy at 58.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
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 | 882 | 467 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 69 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 204 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 356 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 111 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Bhui
Bhui 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 Bhui
Bhui 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 Pratappur to Bhui is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Bhui is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhui 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhui 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhui
Where is Bhui located?
Bhui village is located in Pratappur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhui?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhui is Ghui.
What is the pincode of Bhui?
The pincode of Bhui is 496223.
What is the population of Bhui?
Bhui had a total population of 882, including 467 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Bhui?
Bhui had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhui was 75.20%. Male literacy was 89.45% and female literacy was 58.72%.