Bamangam - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Bamangam is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Bamangam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamangam is 513856. The village covers a total geographical area of 1061.61 hectares and falls under the 360540 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bamangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamangam
As per Census 2011, Bamangam village has a total population of 1,220 people, consisting of 600 males and 620 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,220 | 600 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 401 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 199 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Bamangam
Bamangam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bamangam
Bamangam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Bamangam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Bamangam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamangam 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamangam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamangam
Where is Bamangam located?
Bamangam village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamangam?
Bamangam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamangam?
The pincode of Bamangam is 360540.
What is the population of Bamangam?
Bamangam has a total population of 1,220, including 600 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Bamangam?
There are 296 households in Bamangam.
What is the literacy rate in Bamangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamangam is 59.75%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 52.90%.