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
As per Census 2011, Bachhlon village has a total population of 832 people, consisting of 439 males and 393 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 457 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachhlon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 832, including 439 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Bachhlon?
There are 177 households in Bachhlon.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhlon is 54.93%. Male literacy is 62.41% and female literacy is 46.56%.