Bhanpur - Narayanganj, Mandla
Bhanpur is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Sikosi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanpur is 492736. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.49 hectares and falls under the 481662 pincode. Mandla is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanpur village had a total population of 744 people, including 358 males and 386 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.73%, with male literacy at 69.84% and female literacy at 41.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 515.
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 | 744 | 358 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 43 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 243 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 220 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 138 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanpur
Bhanpur 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 Bhanpur
Bhanpur 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandla to Bhanpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhanpur
Where is Bhanpur located?
Bhanpur village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanpur is Sikosi.
What is the pincode of Bhanpur?
The pincode of Bhanpur is 481662.
What is the population of Bhanpur?
Bhanpur had a total population of 744, including 358 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Bhanpur?
Bhanpur had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanpur was 55.73%. Male literacy was 69.84% and female literacy was 41.53%.