Bhojudhana - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bhojudhana is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bhojudhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojudhana is 505571. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhojudhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhojudhana
According to the 2011 Census, Bhojudhana village had a total population of 726 people, including 353 males and 373 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.61%, with male literacy at 56.99% and female literacy at 30.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 703.
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 | 726 | 353 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 703 | 339 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 159 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 194 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojudhana
Bhojudhana 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 Bhojudhana
Bhojudhana 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Bhojudhana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Bhojudhana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhojudhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojudhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojudhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojudhana 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 Bhojudhana
Where is Bhojudhana located?
Bhojudhana village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhojudhana?
Bhojudhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhojudhana?
The pincode of Bhojudhana is 450001.
What is the population of Bhojudhana?
Bhojudhana had a total population of 726, including 353 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Bhojudhana?
Bhojudhana had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojudhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojudhana was 43.61%. Male literacy was 56.99% and female literacy was 30.82%.