Bohani - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Bohani is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bohani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bohani is 490758. The village covers a total geographical area of 1377.49 hectares and falls under the 487555 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bohani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bohani
As per Census 2011, Bohani village has a total population of 3,982 people, consisting of 2,133 males and 1,849 females. The village has 812 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,070 literate and 912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bohani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,982 | 2,133 | 1,849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 211 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,359 | 747 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 3,070 | 1,769 | 1,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 912 | 364 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Bohani
Bohani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karpa | West | 2.54 km |
| Ratanpura | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Gaganwara | East | 2.67 km |
| Amai | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Chirchira | East | 3.49 km |
| Chirriya | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Manakwara | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Sujwara | East | 4.06 km |
| Kajrota | South | 4.24 km |
| Gondi Jhiriya | West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bohani
Bohani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Bohani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bohani is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bohani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bohani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bohani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bohani 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bohani
Where is Bohani located?
Bohani village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bohani?
Bohani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bohani?
The pincode of Bohani is 487555.
What is the population of Bohani?
Bohani has a total population of 3,982, including 2,133 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in Bohani?
There are 812 households in Bohani.
What is the literacy rate in Bohani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bohani is 77.10%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 70.36%.