Bheja
Bheja is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Bheja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bheja unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Bheja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bheja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bheja is 447549. The village spans a total geographical area of 589.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494670. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Bheja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bheja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bheja
Population of Bheja
According to the 2011 Census, Bheja has a total population of about 878, with approximately 467 males and 411 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 788. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.23%, with male literacy at about 62.96% and female literacy near 35.77%. There are around 167 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bheja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 467 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 788 | 419 | 369 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 294 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 173 | 264 |
Connectivity of Bheja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bheja. As per the 2011 stats, Bheja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bheja
Knowing the nearby villages of Bheja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bheja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bheja
- Where is Bheja located?
- Bheja village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bheja?
- Bheja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bheja?
- The pincode of Bheja is 494670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bheja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bheja is 878, with 467 males and 411 females.
- How many households are there in Bheja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bheja village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bheja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bheja is 50.23%. The male literacy rate is 62.96%, while the female literacy rate is 35.77%.