Bachron - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Bachron is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bachron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachron is 456175. The village covers a total geographical area of 961.76 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bachron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachron
As per Census 2011, Bachron village has a total population of 3,301 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,565 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,811 literate and 1,490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachron are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,301 | 1,736 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 254 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 287 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,811 | 1,162 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,490 | 574 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Bachron
Bachron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaray | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Bhartatpur Imaliya | West | 2.83 km |
| Labheda | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Khairwas | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Kanthai | North | 4.62 km |
| Birpur | South | 4.83 km |
| Piproniya Kheda Alias D | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Kotra | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Bhagwantpura | East | 5.19 km |
| Bamna | North-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bachron
Bachron is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Bachron is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Bachron is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bachron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bachron
Where is Bachron located?
Bachron village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachron?
Bachron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bachron?
The pincode of Bachron is 473995.
What is the population of Bachron?
Bachron has a total population of 3,301, including 1,736 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Bachron?
There are 656 households in Bachron.
What is the literacy rate in Bachron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachron is 54.86%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 41.47%.