Bamanda - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bamanda is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bamanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamanda is 477141. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.09 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bamanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamanda
According to the 2011 Census, Bamanda village had a total population of 1,632 people, including 820 males and 812 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 76.12% and female literacy at 55.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 1,632 | 820 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 529 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 291 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Bamanda
Bamanda 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 Bamanda
Bamanda 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 Kasrawad to Bamanda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bamanda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamanda 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bamanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamanda 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bamanda
Where is Bamanda located?
Bamanda village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamanda?
Bamanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamanda?
The pincode of Bamanda is 451228.
What is the population of Bamanda?
Bamanda had a total population of 1,632, including 820 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Bamanda?
Bamanda had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamanda was 65.59%. Male literacy was 76.12% and female literacy was 55.09%.