Bamhori - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Bamhori is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Khairi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhori is 489619. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.59 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bamhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhori
As per Census 2011, Bamhori village has a total population of 805 people, consisting of 414 males and 391 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 414 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 230 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 184 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhori
Bamhori is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunpura | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Biruhala | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Barmhan | West | 2.06 km |
| Gubarakhurd | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Maili | East | 2.38 km |
| Khairi (bhairoghat) | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Amakhoh | North | 3.27 km |
| Jamun Taradehi | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Pindrai | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Gubra Kalan | South-West | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamhori
Bamhori is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Bamhori is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Bamhori is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhori 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamhori
Where is Bamhori located?
Bamhori village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhori?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhori is Khairi.
What is the pincode of Bamhori?
The pincode of Bamhori is 483119.
What is the population of Bamhori?
Bamhori has a total population of 805, including 414 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Bamhori?
There are 173 households in Bamhori.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhori is 44.72%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 33.25%.