Bhabhuwa - Rajnagar, Chhatarpur
Bhabhuwa is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bhabhuwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabhuwa is 457964. The village covers a total geographical area of 1614.32 hectares and falls under the 471625 pincode. Rajnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bhabhuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabhuwa
As per Census 2011, Bhabhuwa village has a total population of 2,600 people, consisting of 1,352 males and 1,248 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,415 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhabhuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,600 | 1,352 | 1,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 266 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 332 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 832 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 520 | 665 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabhuwa
Bhabhuwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Talgaon | South | 2.57 km |
| Digoni | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Lalpur | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Devi Kheda | North | 4.63 km |
| Kishunpura | West | 5.38 km |
| Sura | North | 5.61 km |
| Kesharipura | North-East | 5.96 km |
| Nad | South-West | 6.26 km |
| Ghunchoo | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Bigpur | East | 6.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhabhuwa
Bhabhuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajnagar to Bhabhuwa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bhabhuwa is about 56 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 Bhabhuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabhuwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabhuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabhuwa 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 Bhabhuwa
Where is Bhabhuwa located?
Bhabhuwa village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabhuwa?
Bhabhuwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhabhuwa?
The pincode of Bhabhuwa is 471625.
What is the population of Bhabhuwa?
Bhabhuwa has a total population of 2,600, including 1,352 males and 1,248 females.
How many households are there in Bhabhuwa?
There are 497 households in Bhabhuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabhuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabhuwa is 54.42%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 46.71%.