Bedra - Beohari, Shahdol
Bedra is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Nodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedra is 501022. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.27 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bedra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bedra
As per Census 2011, Bedra village has a total population of 881 people, consisting of 442 males and 439 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 442 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 79 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 272 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 228 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 214 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Bedra
Bedra 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 Bedra
Bedra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bedra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Bedra is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Bedra is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bedra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedra 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 Bedra
Where is Bedra located?
Bedra village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedra is Nodiya.
What is the pincode of Bedra?
The pincode of Bedra is 484774.
What is the population of Bedra?
Bedra has a total population of 881, including 442 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Bedra?
There are 223 households in Bedra.
What is the literacy rate in Bedra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedra is 43.25%. Male literacy is 51.58% and female literacy is 34.85%.