Bamangam - Matar, Kheda
Bamangam is a village situated in the Matar taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Matar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Bamangam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamangam is 517579. The village covers a total geographical area of 1136.87 hectares and falls under the 388180 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Matar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamangam
As per Census 2011, Bamangam village has a total population of 3,002 people, consisting of 1,618 males and 1,384 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,004 literate and 998 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,002 | 1,618 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 200 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 77 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,004 | 1,212 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 406 | 592 |
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
Public transport in the Bamangam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bamangam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojitra to Bamangam is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Bamangam is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamangam
Where is Bamangam located?
Bamangam village is located in Matar Taluka, Kheda 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 388180.
What is the population of Bamangam?
Bamangam has a total population of 3,002, including 1,618 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Bamangam?
There are 553 households in Bamangam.
What is the literacy rate in Bamangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamangam is 66.76%. Male literacy is 74.91% and female literacy is 57.23%.