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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bamta village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 205 males and 174 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamta are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 379, including 205 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Bamta?
There are 84 households in Bamta.
What is the literacy rate in Bamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamta is 85.75%. Male literacy is 86.34% and female literacy is 85.06%.