Bamhani - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Bamhani is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Bamhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhani is 497817. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.03 hectares and falls under the 481226 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhani
As per Census 2011, Bamhani village has a total population of 1,981 people, consisting of 978 males and 1,003 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,981 | 978 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 73 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 773 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 205 | 315 |
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
Bamhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bamhani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Bamhani is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bamhani
Where is Bamhani located?
Bamhani village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhani?
Bamhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamhani?
The pincode of Bamhani is 481226.
What is the population of Bamhani?
Bamhani has a total population of 1,981, including 978 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Bamhani?
There are 424 households in Bamhani.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhani is 73.75%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 68.59%.