Bhawa Mal. - Bichhiya, Mandla
Bhawa Mal. is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Bhawamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawa Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawa Mal. is 493179. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.94 hectares and falls under the 481998 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhawa Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawa Mal.
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawa Mal. village had a total population of 505 people, including 249 males and 256 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 85.91% and female literacy at 56.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 505 | 249 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 189 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 60 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawa Mal.
Bhawa Mal. 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 Bhawa Mal.
Bhawa Mal. 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 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 Bichhiya to Bhawa Mal. is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bhawa Mal. is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawa Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawa Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhawa Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawa Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhawa Mal.
Where is Bhawa Mal. located?
Bhawa Mal. village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhawa Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawa Mal. is Bhawamal.
What is the pincode of Bhawa Mal.?
The pincode of Bhawa Mal. is 481998.
What is the population of Bhawa Mal.?
Bhawa Mal. had a total population of 505, including 249 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Bhawa Mal.?
Bhawa Mal. had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawa Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawa Mal. was 71.07%. Male literacy was 85.91% and female literacy was 56.16%.