Varche - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Varche is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bhaisgao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varche village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varche is 448163. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Varche 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 Varche
As per Census 2011, Varche village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 165 males and 153 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varche are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 165 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 111 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Varche
Varche 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 Varche
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Varche.
| 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 Varche is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Varche is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varche
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varche 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 Varche
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varche 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Varche
Where is Varche located?
Varche village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varche?
The Gram Panchayat of Varche is Bhaisgao.
What is the pincode of Varche?
The pincode of Varche is 494665.
What is the population of Varche?
Varche has a total population of 318, including 165 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Varche?
There are 72 households in Varche.
What is the literacy rate in Varche?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varche is 25.47%. Male literacy is 32.73% and female literacy is 17.65%.