Bamkhal - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bamkhal is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bamkhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamkhal is 477229. The village covers a total geographical area of 720.6 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bamkhal 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 Bamkhal
As per Census 2011, Bamkhal village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 866 males and 848 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamkhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 866 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 103 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 611 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 255 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Bamkhal
Bamkhal 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 Bamkhal
Bamkhal 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Bamkhal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamkhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamkhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamkhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamkhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamkhal
Where is Bamkhal located?
Bamkhal village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamkhal?
Bamkhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamkhal?
The pincode of Bamkhal is 451001.
What is the population of Bamkhal?
Bamkhal has a total population of 1,714, including 866 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Bamkhal?
There are 317 households in Bamkhal.
What is the literacy rate in Bamkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamkhal is 60.62%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 50.47%.