Bamhani - Dhimarkheda, Katni
Bamhani is a village situated in the Dhimarkheda tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhimarkheda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Bamhni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhani is 488865. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.47 hectares and falls under the 483332 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Bamhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamhani
As per Census 2011, Bamhani village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 271 males and 279 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 271 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 222 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 49 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhani
Bamhani 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 Bamhani
Bamhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Katni to Bamhani is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bamhani
Where is Bamhani located?
Bamhani village is located in Dhimarkheda Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhani is Bamhni.
What is the pincode of Bamhani?
The pincode of Bamhani is 483332.
What is the population of Bamhani?
Bamhani has a total population of 550, including 271 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Bamhani?
There are 143 households in Bamhani.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhani is 69.27%. Male literacy is 81.92% and female literacy is 56.99%.