Bamhani - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Bamhani is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Budhaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhani is 490641. The village covers a total geographical area of 756.68 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bamhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhani
As per Census 2011, Bamhani village has a total population of 814 people, consisting of 430 males and 384 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 597 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | 430 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 317 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 300 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 130 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhani
Bamhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhawai | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Budhaina | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Salaiya | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Dhourpur | North | 4.09 km |
| Katkuhi | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Gurra | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Boriya | North | 5.64 km |
| Umariya | North | 5.81 km |
| Ninai(b) | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Khapa (bichhupuri) | West | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamhani
Public transport in the Bamhani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gotegaon to Bamhani is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bamhani is about 56 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 Bamhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamhani
Where is Bamhani located?
Bamhani village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhani is Budhaina.
What is the pincode of Bamhani?
The pincode of Bamhani is 487118.
What is the population of Bamhani?
Bamhani has a total population of 814, including 430 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Bamhani?
There are 157 households in Bamhani.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhani is 60.32%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 49.74%.