Bilhama
Bilhama is a village located in Lundra tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Lundra (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Bilhama village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bilhama unique in its vibrant Lundra-Surguja region. You’ll see Bilhama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bilhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilhama is 433332. The village spans a total geographical area of 931.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497101. Ambikapur is nearest town to Bilhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Bilhama
Population of Bilhama
According to the 2011 Census, Bilhama has a total population of about 1,662, with approximately 848 males and 814 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 178 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,096. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.45%, with male literacy at about 44.46% and female literacy near 32.19%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bilhama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 848 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,096 | 549 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 377 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,023 | 471 | 552 |
Connectivity of Bilhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilhama. As per the 2011 stats, Bilhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bilhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Bilhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bilhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bilhama
- Where is Bilhama located?
- Bilhama village is situated in Lundra Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bilhama?
- Bilhama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bilhama?
- The pincode of Bilhama is 497101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bilhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilhama is 1,662, with 848 males and 814 females.
- How many households are there in Bilhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bilhama village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bilhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilhama is 38.45%. The male literacy rate is 44.46%, while the female literacy rate is 32.19%.