Bakchour - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Bakchour is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Luharpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakchour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakchour is 458420. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.3 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bakchour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakchour
According to the 2011 Census, Bakchour village had a total population of 273 people, including 144 males and 129 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.90%, with male literacy at 56.67% and female literacy at 40.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 68 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 76 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bakchour
Bakchour 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 Bakchour
Bakchour is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Bakchour is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bakchour is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakchour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakchour 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakchour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakchour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakchour
Where is Bakchour located?
Bakchour village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakchour?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakchour is Luharpura.
What is the pincode of Bakchour?
The pincode of Bakchour is 471405.
What is the population of Bakchour?
Bakchour had a total population of 273, including 144 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Bakchour?
Bakchour had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakchour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakchour was 48.90%. Male literacy was 56.67% and female literacy was 40.19%.