Bent - Seoni Malwa, Narmadapuram
Bent is a village situated in the Seoni Malwa tehsil of Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Seoni Malwa and around 86 km from Hoshangabad. Barasail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bent village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bent is 487271. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.72 hectares and falls under the 461223 pincode. Seoni Malwa is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bent village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bent
According to the 2011 Census, Bent village had a total population of 158 people, including 81 males and 77 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.22%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 39.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 60 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bent
Bent 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 Bent
Bent is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Seoni Malwa to Bent is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hoshangabad to Bent is about 86 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 Bent
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bent village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bent
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bent village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bent
Where is Bent located?
Bent village is located in Seoni Malwa Tehsil, Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bent?
The Gram Panchayat of Bent is Barasail.
What is the pincode of Bent?
The pincode of Bent is 461223.
What is the population of Bent?
Bent had a total population of 158, including 81 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Bent?
Bent had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bent?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bent was 36.22%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 39.06%.