Bachdag - Chatra
Bachdag is a village situated in the Chatra subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Chatra, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Darha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachdag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachdag is 348680. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.65 hectares and falls under the 825403 pincode.
Bachdag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachdag
As per Census 2011, Bachdag village has a total population of 127 people, consisting of 57 males and 70 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,228 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachdag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 46 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Bachdag
Bachdag 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sel | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Sehada | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Bario | North | 1.77 km |
| Darha | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Gamhartari | West | 2.67 km |
| Hasot | East | 3.50 km |
| Lutua | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Ahuri | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Tarob | East | 4.68 km |
| Pakaria | South | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bachdag
Bachdag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paharpur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bachdag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachdag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachdag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachdag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bachdag
Where is Bachdag located?
Bachdag village is located in Chatra Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachdag?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachdag is Darha.
What is the pincode of Bachdag?
The pincode of Bachdag is 825403.
What is the population of Bachdag?
Bachdag has a total population of 127, including 57 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Bachdag?
There are 26 households in Bachdag.
What is the literacy rate in Bachdag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachdag is 14.17%. Male literacy is 19.30% and female literacy is 10.00%.