Bhawsa Mal. - Bichhiya, Mandla
Bhawsa Mal. is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Narharganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawsa Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawsa Mal. is 493456. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.19 hectares and falls under the 481995 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bhawsa Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhawsa Mal.
As per Census 2011, Bhawsa Mal. village has a total population of 562 people, consisting of 281 males and 281 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 519 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawsa Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 281 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 261 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 163 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 118 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawsa Mal.
Bhawsa 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 Bhawsa Mal.
Bhawsa 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 >10 km |
| 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 Bichhiya to Bhawsa Mal. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Bhawsa Mal. is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawsa Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawsa Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhawsa 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 Bhawsa Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhawsa Mal.
Where is Bhawsa Mal. located?
Bhawsa Mal. village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawsa Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawsa Mal. is Narharganj.
What is the pincode of Bhawsa Mal.?
The pincode of Bhawsa Mal. is 481995.
What is the population of Bhawsa Mal.?
Bhawsa Mal. has a total population of 562, including 281 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Bhawsa Mal.?
There are 127 households in Bhawsa Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Bhawsa Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawsa Mal. is 44.31%. Male literacy is 58.01% and female literacy is 30.60%.