Bamhangaon - Chimur, Chandrapur
Bamhangaon is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Satara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamhangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamhangaon is 540577. The village covers a total geographical area of 907.27 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bamhangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamhangaon
As per Census 2011, Bamhangaon village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 246 males and 269 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamhangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 246 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 171 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 209 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 37 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Bamhangaon
Bamhangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kitadi Tukum | North | 2.81 km |
| Tekepar | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Kolara Tukum | East | 3.63 km |
| Talodhi Tukum | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Pendhari (tukum) Rith | North | 4.19 km |
| Kolara Rith | East | 4.19 km |
| Tekadi Mandavzari Rith | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Pendhari (bhagade) Rith | North | 4.79 km |
| Talodhi Gaonganana | North | 4.94 km |
| Tekepar Tukum | North-East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamhangaon
Public transport in the Bamhangaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Warora, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Bamhangaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Bamhangaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamhangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamhangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamhangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamhangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamhangaon
Where is Bamhangaon located?
Bamhangaon village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamhangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamhangaon is Satara.
What is the pincode of Bamhangaon?
The pincode of Bamhangaon is 442903.
What is the population of Bamhangaon?
Bamhangaon has a total population of 515, including 246 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Bamhangaon?
There are 126 households in Bamhangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bamhangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamhangaon is 75.34%. Male literacy is 84.96% and female literacy is 66.54%.