Bapera - Tumsar, Bhandara
Bapera is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Bapera(sihora) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapera is 536705. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.91 hectares and falls under the 441915 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bapera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bapera
As per Census 2011, Bapera village has a total population of 2,748 people, consisting of 1,360 males and 1,388 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bapera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,748 | 1,360 | 1,388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 148 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 341 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,070 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 290 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Bapera
Bapera 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 Bapera
Bapera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Bapera is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Bapera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bapera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bapera
Where is Bapera located?
Bapera village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapera is Bapera(sihora).
What is the pincode of Bapera?
The pincode of Bapera is 441915.
What is the population of Bapera?
Bapera has a total population of 2,748, including 1,360 males and 1,388 females.
How many households are there in Bapera?
There are 615 households in Bapera.
What is the literacy rate in Bapera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapera is 73.11%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 67.65%.