Bhumka - Ghansaur, Seoni
Bhumka is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Patan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhumka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhumka is 496241. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.88 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Bhumka 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 Bhumka
According to the 2011 Census, Bhumka village had a total population of 136 people, including 65 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.62%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 24 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bhumka
Bhumka 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 Bhumka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhumka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ghansaur to Bhumka is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Bhumka is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhumka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhumka 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 Bhumka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhumka 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 Bhumka
Where is Bhumka located?
Bhumka village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhumka?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhumka is Patan.
What is the pincode of Bhumka?
The pincode of Bhumka is 480997.
What is the population of Bhumka?
Bhumka had a total population of 136, including 65 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Bhumka?
Bhumka had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhumka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhumka was 67.62%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 53.57%.