Bamhoury - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Bamhoury is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Bamori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhoury village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhoury is 481558. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.26 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bamhoury village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamhoury
As per Census 2011, Bamhoury village has a total population of 1,968 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 876 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 802 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,387 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhoury are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,968 | 1,092 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 298 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 863 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 229 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhoury
Bamhoury 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpura | South | 1.00 km |
| Rusulli | East | 1.76 km |
| Sarsi | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Pali | North | 2.23 km |
| Dangarwada | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Karahiya | South | 3.16 km |
| Rajpura | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Ghatkhedi | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Baroda | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Khata Khedi | East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamhoury
Bamhoury is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pabai, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shamshabad to Bamhoury is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Bamhoury is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhoury
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhoury village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhoury
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhoury village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamhoury
Where is Bamhoury located?
Bamhoury village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhoury?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhoury is Bamori.
What is the pincode of Bamhoury?
The pincode of Bamhoury is 464111.
What is the population of Bamhoury?
Bamhoury has a total population of 1,968, including 1,092 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Bamhoury?
There are 299 households in Bamhoury.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhoury?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhoury is 70.48%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 59.82%.