Bamaur Kalan - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Bamaur Kalan is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bamourkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamaur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamaur Kalan is 456324. The village covers a total geographical area of 1694.87 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bamaur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamaur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bamaur Kalan village has a total population of 7,842 people, consisting of 4,134 males and 3,708 females. The village has 1,592 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,528 literate and 3,314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamaur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,842 | 4,134 | 3,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,340 | 703 | 637 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,140 | 1,106 | 1,034 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 687 | 353 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 4,528 | 2,737 | 1,791 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,314 | 1,397 | 1,917 |
Nearby Villages of Bamaur Kalan
Bamaur Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasarra | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Chachora | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Kali Pahadi Chanderi | West | 3.51 km |
| Ratwas | East | 3.80 km |
| Bharsula | South | 4.21 km |
| Khairoda | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Budhanpur | South | 4.52 km |
| Jhaloni | North | 5.01 km |
| Ban Kheda | North | 5.05 km |
| Bijrawan | North-East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamaur Kalan
Public transport in the Bamaur Kalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jakhaura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaniyadhana to Bamaur Kalan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Bamaur Kalan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamaur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamaur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bamaur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamaur Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bamaur Kalan
Where is Bamaur Kalan located?
Bamaur Kalan village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamaur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamaur Kalan is Bamourkala.
What is the pincode of Bamaur Kalan?
The pincode of Bamaur Kalan is 473990.
What is the population of Bamaur Kalan?
Bamaur Kalan has a total population of 7,842, including 4,134 males and 3,708 females.
How many households are there in Bamaur Kalan?
There are 1,592 households in Bamaur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bamaur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamaur Kalan is 57.74%. Male literacy is 66.21% and female literacy is 48.30%.