Bamhni Kalan - Harrai, Chhindwara
Bamhni Kalan is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chhinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhni Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhni Kalan is 494146. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.84 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bamhni Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamhni Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bamhni Kalan village had a total population of 320 people, including 165 males and 155 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.82%, with male literacy at 69.50% and female literacy at 53.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 280.
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 | 320 | 165 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 142 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 98 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 67 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhni Kalan
Bamhni Kalan 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 Kalan
Bamhni Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Bamhni Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Bamhni Kalan is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhni Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhni Kalan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhni Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Bamhni Kalan
Where is Bamhni Kalan located?
Bamhni Kalan village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamhni Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhni Kalan is Chhinda.
What is the pincode of Bamhni Kalan?
The pincode of Bamhni Kalan is 480224.
What is the population of Bamhni Kalan?
Bamhni Kalan had a total population of 320, including 165 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Bamhni Kalan?
Bamhni Kalan had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhni Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhni Kalan was 61.82%. Male literacy was 69.50% and female literacy was 53.73%.