Bamhnidwar - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Bamhnidwar is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Paterapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhnidwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhnidwar is 446085. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.61 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bamhnidwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhnidwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bamhnidwar village had a total population of 93 people, including 39 males and 54 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,385 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 13 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhnidwar
Bamhnidwar 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 Bamhnidwar
Bamhnidwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Saraipali to Bamhnidwar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bamhnidwar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhnidwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhnidwar 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 Bamhnidwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhnidwar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamhnidwar
Where is Bamhnidwar located?
Bamhnidwar village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamhnidwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhnidwar is Paterapali.
What is the pincode of Bamhnidwar?
The pincode of Bamhnidwar is 493558.
What is the population of Bamhnidwar?
Bamhnidwar had a total population of 93, including 39 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Bamhnidwar?
Bamhnidwar had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhnidwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhnidwar was 68.06%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 57.50%.