Bhend - Konch, Jalaun
Bhend is a village situated in the Konch tehsil of Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jalaun. Bhend village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhend is 151926. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.14 hectares and falls under the 285205 pincode. Konch is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhend village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhaugarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhend
As per Census 2011, Bhend village has a total population of 4,281 people, consisting of 2,260 males and 2,021 females. The village has 722 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,925 literate and 1,356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,526 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhend are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,281 | 2,260 | 2,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 274 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,526 | 805 | 721 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,925 | 1,781 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,356 | 479 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Bhend
Bhend 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawa | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Champatpura | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Ratanpura Konch | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Lahchoora | North | 2.65 km |
| Khanuvan | East | 3.18 km |
| Khoaha | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Dhanaura | West | 3.95 km |
| Bilawan | North | 4.14 km |
| Chhani | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Ranwa | North-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhend
Bhend is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konch to Bhend is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalaun to Bhend is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhend
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhend 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 Bhend
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhend village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhend
Where is Bhend located?
Bhend village is located in Konch Tehsil, Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhend?
Bhend is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhend?
The pincode of Bhend is 285205.
What is the population of Bhend?
Bhend has a total population of 4,281, including 2,260 males and 2,021 females.
How many households are there in Bhend?
There are 722 households in Bhend.
What is the literacy rate in Bhend?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhend is 68.33%. Male literacy is 78.81% and female literacy is 56.61%.