Balkachhar - Parasia, Chhindwara
Balkachhar is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Tumdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balkachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkachhar is 494747. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.03 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Balkachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balkachhar
As per Census 2011, Balkachhar village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 270 males and 259 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balkachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 270 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 169 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 101 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Balkachhar
Balkachhar 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 Balkachhar
Balkachhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dongar Parasia to Balkachhar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Balkachhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkachhar 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 Balkachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkachhar 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 Balkachhar
Where is Balkachhar located?
Balkachhar village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkachhar is Tumdi.
What is the pincode of Balkachhar?
The pincode of Balkachhar is 480441.
What is the population of Balkachhar?
Balkachhar has a total population of 529, including 270 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Balkachhar?
There are 105 households in Balkachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Balkachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkachhar is 54.44%. Male literacy is 62.59% and female literacy is 45.95%.