Bachhera Khera - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Bachhera Khera is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Hajipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhera Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhera Khera is 457472. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.43 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bachhera Khera 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 Bachhera Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Bachhera Khera village had a total population of 537 people, including 291 males and 246 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.91%, with male literacy at 69.17% and female literacy at 51.00%.
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 | 537 | 291 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 166 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 125 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhera Khera
Bachhera Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lahureta | South | 3.31 km |
| Hajipur | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Gumanpur Markahar | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Dadutal | West | 3.82 km |
| Chak Dadutal | West | 4.01 km |
| Gaur Shivpur | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Jamawara | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Barband | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Gadha | East | 4.56 km |
| Ranjitpur | South-East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bachhera Khera
Bachhera Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khurhand, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chandla to Bachhera Khera is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bachhera Khera is about 135 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 Bachhera Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhera Khera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachhera Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhera Khera 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 Bachhera Khera
Where is Bachhera Khera located?
Bachhera Khera village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachhera Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhera Khera is Hajipur.
What is the pincode of Bachhera Khera?
The pincode of Bachhera Khera is 471525.
What is the population of Bachhera Khera?
Bachhera Khera had a total population of 537, including 291 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Bachhera Khera?
Bachhera Khera had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhera Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhera Khera was 60.91%. Male literacy was 69.17% and female literacy was 51.00%.