Bamhan Dewa - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Bamhan Dewa is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Mouharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhan Dewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhan Dewa is 503448. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.95 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Bamhan Dewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamhan Dewa
As per Census 2011, Bamhan Dewa village has a total population of 1,095 people, consisting of 561 males and 534 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhan Dewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,095 | 561 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 132 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 205 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 240 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 321 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhan Dewa
Bamhan Dewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deeghar Kalan | North | 1.78 km |
| Badgadi | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Atraila (rajghat) | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Gairuai | South | 2.35 km |
| Mahuriya | West | 2.35 km |
| Naugai (kekrai) | West | 2.95 km |
| Bagdewa | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Deeghar Khurd | North | 3.32 km |
| Rajabar | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Kekrai | North-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamhan Dewa
Bamhan Dewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 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 Singrauli to Bamhan Dewa is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Bamhan Dewa is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhan Dewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhan Dewa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhan Dewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhan Dewa 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 Bamhan Dewa
Where is Bamhan Dewa located?
Bamhan Dewa village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhan Dewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhan Dewa is Mouharia.
What is the pincode of Bamhan Dewa?
The pincode of Bamhan Dewa is 486882.
What is the population of Bamhan Dewa?
Bamhan Dewa has a total population of 1,095, including 561 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Bamhan Dewa?
There are 212 households in Bamhan Dewa.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhan Dewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhan Dewa is 35.62%. Male literacy is 42.78% and female literacy is 28.09%.