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
As per Census 2011, Bamhni Kalan village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 165 males and 155 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhni Kalan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 320, including 165 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Bamhni Kalan?
There are 70 households in Bamhni Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhni Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhni Kalan is 53.13%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 46.45%.