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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ghamrara village had a total population of 480 people, including 239 males and 241 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 83.49% and female literacy at 67.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 480 | 239 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 480, including 239 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Ghamrara?
Ghamrara had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghamrara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghamrara was 75.29%. Male literacy was 83.49% and female literacy was 67.14%.