Bani
Bani is a village located in Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Shamgarh (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Bani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bani unique in its vibrant Shamgarh-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Bani’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bani is 469494. The village spans a total geographical area of 1007.39 hectares. Shamgarh is nearest town to Bani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bani
Population of Bani
According to the 2011 Census, Bani has a total population of about 1,531, with approximately 773 males and 758 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 388 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.50%, with male literacy at about 69.73% and female literacy near 43.01%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,531 | 773 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 183 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 865 | 539 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 234 | 432 |
Connectivity of Bani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bani. As per the 2011 stats, Bani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bani
Knowing the nearby villages of Bani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bani
- Where is Bani located?
- Bani village is situated in Shamgarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bani?
- Bani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bani is 1,531, with 773 males and 758 females.
- How many households are there in Bani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bani village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bani is 56.50%. The male literacy rate is 69.73%, while the female literacy rate is 43.01%.