Bhakra

Bhakra is a village located in Jamai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Jamai (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Bhakra village is also a gram panchayat.

Bhakra has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhakra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhakra is 494504. The village spans a total geographical area of 523.51 hectares. Damua is nearest town to Bhakra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Bhakra

Below is a concise population overview of Bhakra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 758 387 371
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 59 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 102 51 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 538 272 266
Literate Population 353 208 145
Illiterate Population 405 179 226

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhakra village:

  • The total population of Bhakra village is around 758, including approximately 387 males and 371 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Bhakra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhakra village has 102 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 538 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhakra village is about 46.57%, with male literacy at 53.75% and female literacy at 39.08%.
  • There are around 164 households in Bhakra village.

Connectivity of Bhakra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhakra. As per the 2011 stats, Bhakra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhakra

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhakra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhakra.

Bhardi Bijori Mali Sagoniya Ghodawadi Kalan Ghodawadi Khurd Karmohni Bandhi Dungariya Churni Chougan Semar Kuhi Mandai

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhakra

Where is Bhakra located?
Bhakra village is situated in Jamai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakra?
Bhakra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Bhakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhakra is 758, with 387 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Bhakra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhakra village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhakra is 46.57%. The male literacy rate is 53.75%, while the female literacy rate is 39.08%.