Bamla - Mohkhed, Chhindwara
Bamla is a village situated in the Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohkhed and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Nishan Daryav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamla is 495174. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 480331 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bamla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamla
As per Census 2011, Bamla village has a total population of 672 people, consisting of 348 males and 324 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 672 | 348 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 249 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 99 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bamla
Bamla 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 Bamla
Bamla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Bamla is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamla
Where is Bamla located?
Bamla village is located in Mohkhed Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamla is Nishan Daryav.
What is the pincode of Bamla?
The pincode of Bamla is 480331.
What is the population of Bamla?
Bamla has a total population of 672, including 348 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Bamla?
There are 145 households in Bamla.
What is the literacy rate in Bamla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamla is 63.99%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 55.86%.