Banjhar - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Banjhar is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Banzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjhar is 477510. The village covers a total geographical area of 1566.69 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Banjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjhar
As per Census 2011, Banjhar village has a total population of 2,405 people, consisting of 1,224 males and 1,181 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,294 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,405 | 1,224 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 162 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 137 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,225 | 631 | 594 |
| Literate Population | 1,294 | 805 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 419 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Banjhar
Banjhar 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 Banjhar
Banjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhikangaon to Banjhar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Banjhar is about 68 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 Banjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banjhar
Where is Banjhar located?
Banjhar village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjhar is Banzar.
What is the pincode of Banjhar?
The pincode of Banjhar is 451331.
What is the population of Banjhar?
Banjhar has a total population of 2,405, including 1,224 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Banjhar?
There are 540 households in Banjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Banjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjhar is 53.80%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 41.41%.