Bamhori - Harrai, Chhindwara
Bamhori is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Navalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhori is 494175. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.73 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bamhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamhori
As per Census 2011, Bamhori village has a total population of 765 people, consisting of 390 males and 375 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 416 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 765 | 390 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 202 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 249 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 141 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhori
Bamhori 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 Bamhori
Bamhori 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Bamhori is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Bamhori is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhori 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 Bamhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhori 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamhori
Where is Bamhori located?
Bamhori village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhori?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhori is Navalpur.
What is the pincode of Bamhori?
The pincode of Bamhori is 480224.
What is the population of Bamhori?
Bamhori has a total population of 765, including 390 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Bamhori?
There are 173 households in Bamhori.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhori is 54.38%. Male literacy is 63.85% and female literacy is 44.53%.