Chak Bamhni - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Chak Bamhni is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Bhimni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Bamhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bamhni is 541517. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.28 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Chak Bamhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chak Bamhni
As per Census 2011, Chak Bamhni village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 139 males and 158 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Bamhni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 139 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 52 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bamhni
Chak Bamhni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatkul | East | 2.09 km |
| Bhimani | North | 2.15 km |
| Likhitwada Rith | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Chaklikhitwada | West | 2.47 km |
| Tarda | South | 2.69 km |
| Chak Tarada | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Wadholi | South | 3.19 km |
| Tekoda | West | 3.55 km |
| Chak Khapari | North | 3.66 km |
| Tok | North-East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Bamhni
Chak Bamhni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kelzar, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mul to Chak Bamhni is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Chak Bamhni is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Bamhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bamhni 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Bamhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Bamhni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Bamhni
Where is Chak Bamhni located?
Chak Bamhni village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Bamhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Bamhni is Bhimni.
What is the pincode of Chak Bamhni?
The pincode of Chak Bamhni is 442702.
What is the population of Chak Bamhni?
Chak Bamhni has a total population of 297, including 139 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bamhni?
There are 89 households in Chak Bamhni.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bamhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bamhni is 58.25%. Male literacy is 62.59% and female literacy is 54.43%.