Bans Gehan - Budni, Sehore
Bans Gehan is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Amon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bans Gehan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans Gehan is 483508. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.22 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Hoshangabad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bans Gehan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bans Gehan
As per Census 2011, Bans Gehan village has a total population of 506 people, consisting of 254 males and 252 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bans Gehan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 254 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 185 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 69 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Bans Gehan
Bans Gehan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Richhoda | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Karitalai | North | 1.93 km |
| Gadar | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Gonda Kheda | South | 2.19 km |
| Sagpur | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Amon | South | 2.86 km |
| Chikli | North | 3.10 km |
| Khabada | West | 3.44 km |
| Isharpur | West | 3.48 km |
| Machhwai | South-West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bans Gehan
Bans Gehan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guramkhedi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hoshangabad to Bans Gehan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Bans Gehan is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans Gehan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans Gehan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bans Gehan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bans Gehan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bans Gehan
Where is Bans Gehan located?
Bans Gehan village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bans Gehan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bans Gehan is Amon.
What is the pincode of Bans Gehan?
The pincode of Bans Gehan is 466446.
What is the population of Bans Gehan?
Bans Gehan has a total population of 506, including 254 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Bans Gehan?
There are 118 households in Bans Gehan.
What is the literacy rate in Bans Gehan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans Gehan is 64.43%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 55.95%.