Hamwar - Namhol, Bilaspur
Hamwar is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Deoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamwar is 019922. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.67 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Hamwar 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 Hamwar
According to the 2011 Census, Hamwar village had a total population of 168 people, including 86 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.11%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 74.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 19 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Hamwar
Hamwar 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 Hamwar
Hamwar 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Hamwar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hamwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hamwar
Where is Hamwar located?
Hamwar village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hamwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamwar is Deoth.
What is the pincode of Hamwar?
The pincode of Hamwar is 174001.
What is the population of Hamwar?
Hamwar had a total population of 168, including 86 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Hamwar?
Hamwar had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hamwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamwar was 85.11%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 74.65%.