Bamni - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Bamni is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bamni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamni is 458156. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.7 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bamni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamni
According to the 2011 Census, Bamni village had a total population of 989 people, including 511 males and 478 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.06%, with male literacy at 67.43% and female literacy at 47.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 538.
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 | 989 | 511 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 271 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 296 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 215 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Bamni
Bamni 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 Bamni
Bamni 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 <5 km |
| 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 Bada Malhera to Bamni is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bamni is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamni 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bamni
Where is Bamni located?
Bamni village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamni?
Bamni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamni?
The pincode of Bamni is 471311.
What is the population of Bamni?
Bamni had a total population of 989, including 511 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Bamni?
Bamni had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamni was 58.06%. Male literacy was 67.43% and female literacy was 47.90%.