Bamhani - Lormi, Mungeli
Bamhani is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Lormi and around 85 km from Bilaspur. Katami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhani is 437885. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.2 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bamhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhani
According to the 2011 Census, Bamhani village had a total population of 526 people, including 257 males and 269 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.28%, with male literacy at 80.66% and female literacy at 54.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 426.
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 | 526 | 257 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 206 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 171 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 86 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhani
Bamhani 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 Bamhani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bamhani.
| 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 Lormi to Bamhani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bamhani is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamhani
Where is Bamhani located?
Bamhani village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhani is Katami.
What is the pincode of Bamhani?
The pincode of Bamhani is 495115.
What is the population of Bamhani?
Bamhani had a total population of 526, including 257 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Bamhani?
Bamhani had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhani was 67.28%. Male literacy was 80.66% and female literacy was 54.67%.