Bachhon - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Bachhon is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bachhaun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhon is 457671. The village covers a total geographical area of 3343.87 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bachhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachhon
As per Census 2011, Bachhon village has a total population of 6,718 people, consisting of 3,643 males and 3,075 females. The village has 1,609 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,594 literate and 3,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,841 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 649 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,718 | 3,643 | 3,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,160 | 614 | 546 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,841 | 1,020 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 649 | 332 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 3,594 | 2,185 | 1,409 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,124 | 1,458 | 1,666 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhon
Bachhon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagatpur | East | 2.64 km |
| Kitpura | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Surajpur | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Dadiya | East | 4.28 km |
| Simrahi | West | 4.53 km |
| Pacham Nagar | South | 4.56 km |
| Parmajhor | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Sarai | North | 5.18 km |
| Garhaghat | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Ranipur | North-East | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bachhon
Bachhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Bachhon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bachhon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bachhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bachhon
Where is Bachhon located?
Bachhon village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhon is Bachhaun.
What is the pincode of Bachhon?
The pincode of Bachhon is 471525.
What is the population of Bachhon?
Bachhon has a total population of 6,718, including 3,643 males and 3,075 females.
How many households are there in Bachhon?
There are 1,609 households in Bachhon.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhon is 53.50%. Male literacy is 59.98% and female literacy is 45.82%.