Bamhni - Baihar, Balaghat
Bamhni is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Bamhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhni is 497968. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.54 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bamhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhni
According to the 2011 Census, Bamhni village had a total population of 619 people, including 314 males and 305 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.90%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 56.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 506.
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 | 619 | 314 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 260 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 214 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 100 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhni
Bamhni 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 Bamhni
Bamhni 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 Baihar to Bamhni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Bamhni is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhni 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 Bamhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamhni
Where is Bamhni located?
Bamhni village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhni is Bamhani.
What is the pincode of Bamhni?
The pincode of Bamhni is 481111.
What is the population of Bamhni?
Bamhni had a total population of 619, including 314 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Bamhni?
Bamhni had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhni was 67.90%. Male literacy was 78.97% and female literacy was 56.83%.