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
As per Census 2011, Bakchour village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 144 males and 129 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakchour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| 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 has a total population of 273, including 144 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Bakchour?
There are 56 households in Bakchour.
What is the literacy rate in Bakchour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakchour is 40.66%. Male literacy is 47.22% and female literacy is 33.33%.