Bhokai - Parasia, Chhindwara
Bhokai is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Tumdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhokai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhokai is 494746. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.3 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhokai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhokai
According to the 2011 Census, Bhokai village had a total population of 1,514 people, including 772 males and 742 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.97%, with male literacy at 85.04% and female literacy at 70.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 564, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
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 | 1,514 | 772 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 137 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 289 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 186 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 540 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 232 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Bhokai
Bhokai 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 Bhokai
Bhokai 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 Dongar Parasia to Bhokai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Bhokai is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhokai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhokai 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 Bhokai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhokai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhokai
Where is Bhokai located?
Bhokai village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhokai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhokai is Tumdi.
What is the pincode of Bhokai?
The pincode of Bhokai is 480441.
What is the population of Bhokai?
Bhokai had a total population of 1,514, including 772 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Bhokai?
Bhokai had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhokai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhokai was 77.97%. Male literacy was 85.04% and female literacy was 70.61%.