Bhimkundi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bhimkundi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Karondatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhimkundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimkundi is 502207. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.34 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Bhimkundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhimkundi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhimkundi village had a total population of 662 people, including 339 males and 323 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 82.80% and female literacy at 51.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 662 | 339 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 217 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 231 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 108 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimkundi
Bhimkundi 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 Bhimkundi
Bhimkundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Anuppur to Bhimkundi is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimkundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimkundi 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 Bhimkundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimkundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhimkundi
Where is Bhimkundi located?
Bhimkundi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimkundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhimkundi is Karondatola.
What is the pincode of Bhimkundi?
The pincode of Bhimkundi is 484887.
What is the population of Bhimkundi?
Bhimkundi had a total population of 662, including 339 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Bhimkundi?
Bhimkundi had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimkundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimkundi was 67.46%. Male literacy was 82.80% and female literacy was 51.32%.