Bamhantola - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Bamhantola is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Tilaibhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhantola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhantola is 439677. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.97 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bamhantola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhantola
According to the 2011 Census, Bamhantola village had a total population of 685 people, including 355 males and 330 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 76.69% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 685 | 355 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 227 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 128 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhantola
Bamhantola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilaibhath | East | 1.23 km |
| Lakhanpur | West | 1.40 km |
| Bhimpuri | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Silhati | South | 1.88 km |
| Khajri Kalan | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Bicharpur | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Ramhepur | East | 2.82 km |
| Bajguda | East | 2.87 km |
| Sonpuri | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamhantola
Bamhantola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Bamhantola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Bamhantola is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhantola 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 Bamhantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhantola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamhantola
Where is Bamhantola located?
Bamhantola village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhantola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhantola is Tilaibhat.
What is the pincode of Bamhantola?
The pincode of Bamhantola is 491996.
What is the population of Bamhantola?
Bamhantola had a total population of 685, including 355 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Bamhantola?
Bamhantola had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhantola was 66.67%. Male literacy was 76.69% and female literacy was 56.07%.