Bahera - Sihawal, Sidhi
Bahera is a village situated in the Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihawal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Sahaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahera is 502809. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.52 hectares and falls under the 486675 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahera
According to the 2011 Census, Bahera village had a total population of 745 people, including 362 males and 383 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.76%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 53.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 745 | 362 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 92 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 207 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 155 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Bahera
Bahera 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 Bahera
Bahera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bahera has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Bahera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahera 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 Bahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahera
Where is Bahera located?
Bahera village is located in Sihawal Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahera is Sahaji.
What is the pincode of Bahera?
The pincode of Bahera is 486675.
What is the population of Bahera?
Bahera had a total population of 745, including 362 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Bahera?
Bahera had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahera was 63.76%. Male literacy was 76.67% and female literacy was 53.07%.