Bam
Bam is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Bam village. As per 2009 stats, Bumm is the gram panchayat of Bam village.
Here you can discover what makes Bam unique in its vibrant Bharari-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Bam’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 Bam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bam is 019159. The village spans a total geographical area of 373.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174028. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Bam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bam
Population of Bam
According to the 2011 Census, Bam has a total population of about 1,981, with approximately 984 males and 997 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 490 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.39%, with male literacy at about 84.45% and female literacy near 72.42%. There are around 442 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,981 | 984 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 246 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 831 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 153 | 275 |
Connectivity of Bam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bam. As per the 2011 stats, Bam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bam
Knowing the nearby villages of Bam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bam
- Where is Bam located?
- Bam village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bam is Bumm (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bam?
- The pincode of Bam is 174028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bam is 1,981, with 984 males and 997 females.
- How many households are there in Bam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bam village has a total of 442 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bam is 78.39%. The male literacy rate is 84.45%, while the female literacy rate is 72.42%.