Bacchera - Mohadi, Bhandara
Bacchera is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Bacchera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bacchera is 536796. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.42 hectares and falls under the 441915 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bacchera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bacchera
According to the 2011 Census, Bacchera village had a total population of 513 people, including 256 males and 257 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.45%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 63.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 513 | 256 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 189 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 67 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Bacchera
Bacchera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hivra | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Kandri | East | 2.79 km |
| Futala | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Bondri | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Shivani (bhodaki) | West | 4.10 km |
| Ghorpad | South | 4.49 km |
| Bitekhari | East | 4.70 km |
| Kathalabodi | South | 5.34 km |
| Adegaon | South | 5.38 km |
| Deulgaon | North-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bacchera
Bacchera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rewral, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| 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 Tumsar to Bacchera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Bacchera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bacchera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bacchera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bacchera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bacchera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bacchera
Where is Bacchera located?
Bacchera village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bacchera?
Bacchera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bacchera?
The pincode of Bacchera is 441915.
What is the population of Bacchera?
Bacchera had a total population of 513, including 256 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Bacchera?
Bacchera had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bacchera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bacchera was 73.45%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 63.84%.