Bhond - Harrai, Chhindwara
Bhond is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chilak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhond is 494018. The village covers a total geographical area of 1751.37 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bhond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhond
According to the 2011 Census, Bhond village had a total population of 277 people, including 136 males and 141 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.79%, with male literacy at 41.12% and female literacy at 36.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
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 | 277 | 136 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 136 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 92 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Bhond
Bhond 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 Bhond
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhond.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhond is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Bhond is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhond 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhond 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 Bhond
Where is Bhond located?
Bhond village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhond?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhond is Chilak.
What is the pincode of Bhond?
The pincode of Bhond is 480224.
What is the population of Bhond?
Bhond had a total population of 277, including 136 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Bhond?
Bhond had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhond was 38.79%. Male literacy was 41.12% and female literacy was 36.45%.