Bachhlon - Garhakota, Sagar
Bachhlon is a village situated in the Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhakota and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Bachhlon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhlon is 460982. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 470232 pincode. Garhakota is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bachhlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachhlon
According to the 2011 Census, Bachhlon village had a total population of 832 people, including 439 males and 393 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.42%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 56.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 832 | 439 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 274 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 165 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhlon
Bachhlon 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 Bachhlon
Bachhlon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garhakota to Bachhlon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Bachhlon 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 Bachhlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bachhlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhlon 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 Bachhlon
Where is Bachhlon located?
Bachhlon village is located in Garhakota Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachhlon?
Bachhlon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bachhlon?
The pincode of Bachhlon is 470232.
What is the population of Bachhlon?
Bachhlon had a total population of 832, including 439 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Bachhlon?
Bachhlon had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhlon was 66.42%. Male literacy was 75.27% and female literacy was 56.48%.