Bhainsgaon - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Bhainsgaon is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bhaisgao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhainsgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhainsgaon is 448166. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bhainsgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhainsgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhainsgaon village had a total population of 546 people, including 325 males and 221 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 680 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.90%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 28.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 464.
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 | 546 | 325 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 243 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 218 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 107 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Bhainsgaon
Bhainsgaon 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 Bhainsgaon
Bhainsgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Bhainsgaon is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Bhainsgaon is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhainsgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhainsgaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhainsgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhainsgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhainsgaon
Where is Bhainsgaon located?
Bhainsgaon village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhainsgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhainsgaon is Bhaisgao.
What is the pincode of Bhainsgaon?
The pincode of Bhainsgaon is 494665.
What is the population of Bhainsgaon?
Bhainsgaon had a total population of 546, including 325 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Bhainsgaon?
Bhainsgaon had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhainsgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhainsgaon was 58.90%. Male literacy was 78.14% and female literacy was 28.41%.