Bamta - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Bamta is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bamta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamta is 019760. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Bamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamta
According to the 2011 Census, Bamta village had a total population of 379 people, including 205 males and 174 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.03%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 89.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 205 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 28 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 177 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Bamta
Bamta 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 Bamta
Bamta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bamta is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bamta
Where is Bamta located?
Bamta village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamta?
Bamta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamta?
The pincode of Bamta is 174001.
What is the population of Bamta?
Bamta had a total population of 379, including 205 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Bamta?
Bamta had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamta was 95.03%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 89.70%.