Bhediya - Lundra, Surguja
Bhediya is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Sapda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhediya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhediya is 433348. The village covers a total geographical area of 753 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhediya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhediya
As per Census 2011, Bhediya village has a total population of 1,022 people, consisting of 520 males and 502 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 944 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhediya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,022 | 520 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 121 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 482 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 161 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 359 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Bhediya
Bhediya 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 Bhediya
Bhediya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bagicha to Bhediya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Bhediya is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhediya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhediya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhediya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhediya 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 Bhediya
Where is Bhediya located?
Bhediya village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhediya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhediya is Sapda.
What is the pincode of Bhediya?
The pincode of Bhediya is 497101.
What is the population of Bhediya?
Bhediya has a total population of 1,022, including 520 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Bhediya?
There are 217 households in Bhediya.
What is the literacy rate in Bhediya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhediya is 25.15%. Male literacy is 30.96% and female literacy is 19.12%.