Bhonti - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Bhonti is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Bhonti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhonti is 456191. The village covers a total geographical area of 983.85 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhonti 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 Bhonti
As per Census 2011, Bhonti village has a total population of 6,083 people, consisting of 3,217 males and 2,866 females. The village has 1,213 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 875 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,834 literate and 2,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhonti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,083 | 3,217 | 2,866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 875 | 454 | 421 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,221 | 624 | 597 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,834 | 2,310 | 1,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,249 | 907 | 1,342 |
Nearby Villages of Bhonti
Bhonti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nayakheda | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kendar | North | 2.58 km |
| Pagra | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Bajna | East | 2.90 km |
| Mahoba Damron | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Tidhari | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Nadna | West | 4.03 km |
| Manpura | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Pahard Muhar | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Raipura | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhonti
Bhonti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Burhpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.0 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 Pichhore to Bhonti is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Bhonti is about 70 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 Bhonti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhonti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhonti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhonti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhonti
Where is Bhonti located?
Bhonti village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhonti?
Bhonti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhonti?
The pincode of Bhonti is 473995.
What is the population of Bhonti?
Bhonti has a total population of 6,083, including 3,217 males and 2,866 females.
How many households are there in Bhonti?
There are 1,213 households in Bhonti.
What is the literacy rate in Bhonti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhonti is 63.03%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 53.18%.