Bhama
Bhama is a village located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Bhama village is also a gram panchayat.
Bhama has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhama is 490690. The village spans a total geographical area of 495.83 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Bhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhama 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhama
Population of Bhama
Below is a concise population overview of Bhama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 261 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 180 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhama village:
- The total population of Bhama village is around 517, including approximately 261 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Bhama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhama village has 37 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 346 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhama village is about 59.77%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 50.39%.
- There are around 113 households in Bhama village.
Connectivity of Bhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhama. As per the 2011 stats, Bhama 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhama
- Where is Bhama located?
- Bhama village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhama?
- Bhama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhama is 517, with 261 males and 256 females.
- How many households are there in Bhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhama village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhama is 59.77%. The male literacy rate is 68.97%, while the female literacy rate is 50.39%.