Bharatpur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Bharatpur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Pittebhodia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharatpur is 448220. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.63 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bharatpur 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 Bharatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bharatpur village had a total population of 547 people, including 291 males and 256 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.55%, with male literacy at 82.88% and female literacy at 58.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 547 | 291 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 213 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 78 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Bharatpur
Bharatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandipur | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Pitobhodiya | East | 1.78 km |
| Koyegaon | North | 1.90 km |
| Ratanpur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Chanakyapuri | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Kamalpur | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Vishrampur | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Hariharpur | South | 3.42 km |
| Harangarh | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Vivekanand Nagar | North-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharatpur
Bharatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.1 km.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Bharatpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Bharatpur is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharatpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bharatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharatpur 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 Bharatpur
Where is Bharatpur located?
Bharatpur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharatpur is Pittebhodia.
What is the pincode of Bharatpur?
The pincode of Bharatpur is 494776.
What is the population of Bharatpur?
Bharatpur had a total population of 547, including 291 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Bharatpur?
Bharatpur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharatpur was 71.55%. Male literacy was 82.88% and female literacy was 58.37%.