Bhira - Ghansaur, Seoni
Bhira is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Tumdipar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhira is 496321. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Bhira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhira
According to the 2011 Census, Bhira village had a total population of 284 people, including 149 males and 135 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.67%, with male literacy at 79.67% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 284 | 149 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 148 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 98 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 51 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Bhira
Bhira 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 Bhira
Bhira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Bhira is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Bhira is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhira 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhira
Where is Bhira located?
Bhira village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhira?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhira is Tumdipar.
What is the pincode of Bhira?
The pincode of Bhira is 480997.
What is the population of Bhira?
Bhira had a total population of 284, including 149 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Bhira?
Bhira had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhira was 65.67%. Male literacy was 79.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.