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.
Here you can discover what makes Bhakra unique in its vibrant Jamai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Bhakra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bhakra
Population of Bhakra
According to the 2011 Census, Bhakra has a total population of about 758, with approximately 387 males and 371 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 538. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.57%, with male literacy at about 53.75% and female literacy near 39.08%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhakra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.