Ghamrara - Namhol, Bilaspur
Ghamrara is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Soldha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghamrara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghamrara is 019870. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Ghamrara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghamrara
As per Census 2011, Ghamrara village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 239 males and 241 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghamrara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 239 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 177 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 62 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Ghamrara
Ghamrara 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 Ghamrara
Ghamrara 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 Ghamrara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghamrara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghamrara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghamrara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghamrara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghamrara
Where is Ghamrara located?
Ghamrara village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghamrara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghamrara is Soldha.
What is the pincode of Ghamrara?
The pincode of Ghamrara is 174032.
What is the population of Ghamrara?
Ghamrara has a total population of 480, including 239 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Ghamrara?
There are 87 households in Ghamrara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghamrara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghamrara is 66.67%. Male literacy is 74.06% and female literacy is 59.34%.