Bhairo Than - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Bhairo Than is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sangimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhairo Than village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhairo Than is 495660. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.4 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhairo Than 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 Bhairo Than
According to the 2011 Census, Bhairo Than village had a total population of 697 people, including 354 males and 343 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.83%, with male literacy at 70.68% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 697 | 354 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 182 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 217 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 137 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Bhairo Than
Bhairo Than 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaneri | East | 1.02 km |
| Andiya | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Sangai Mal | South | 2.84 km |
| Patrai | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Dhadhara | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Dabkiya | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Kasai | South | 4.81 km |
| Kapargarh | East | 4.95 km |
| Mohgaon Kalan | South-East | 5.36 km |
| Sirmangni | South | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhairo Than
Bhairo Than is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shikara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Bhairo Than is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Bhairo Than is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhairo Than
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhairo Than 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhairo Than
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhairo Than 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 Bhairo Than
Where is Bhairo Than located?
Bhairo Than village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhairo Than?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhairo Than is Sangimal.
What is the pincode of Bhairo Than?
The pincode of Bhairo Than is 480886.
What is the population of Bhairo Than?
Bhairo Than had a total population of 697, including 354 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Bhairo Than?
Bhairo Than had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhairo Than?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhairo Than was 61.83%. Male literacy was 70.68% and female literacy was 52.94%.