Bum - Bharari, Bilaspur
Bum is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bum is 019159. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.92 hectares and falls under the 174028 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Bum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bum
As per Census 2011, Bum village has a total population of 1,981 people, consisting of 984 males and 997 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,553 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 490 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,981 | 984 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 246 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 831 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 153 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Bum
Bum 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 Bum
Bum 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Bum is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bum 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bum
Where is Bum located?
Bum village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bum?
Bum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bum?
The pincode of Bum is 174028.
What is the population of Bum?
Bum has a total population of 1,981, including 984 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Bum?
There are 442 households in Bum.
What is the literacy rate in Bum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bum is 78.39%. Male literacy is 84.45% and female literacy is 72.42%.