Bilaspur - Batouli, Surguja
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Bilaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 433494. The village covers a total geographical area of 672 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Bilaspur village had a total population of 1,872 people, including 941 males and 931 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.31%, with male literacy at 72.83% and female literacy at 55.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,247.
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 | 1,872 | 941 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 124 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,247 | 634 | 613 |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 595 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 346 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paprenga | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Tedga | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Jarhadih | East | 2.49 km |
| Kunkuri Kalan | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Selma | South | 3.38 km |
| Taragi | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Batauli | West | 3.80 km |
| Ghoghra | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Shivpur | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Deori | North-West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilaspur
Bilaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 km.
| 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 Ambikapur to Bilaspur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja 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 497101.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had a total population of 1,872, including 941 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur was 64.31%. Male literacy was 72.83% and female literacy was 55.54%.