Namhol - Namhol, Bilaspur
Namhol is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Namhol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namhol is 019953. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Namhol 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 Namhol
According to the 2011 Census, Namhol village had a total population of 222 people, including 119 males and 103 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 80.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 88 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Namhol
Namhol 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 Namhol
Namhol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Namhol is about 25 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 Namhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Namhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namhol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Namhol
Where is Namhol located?
Namhol village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Namhol?
Namhol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Namhol?
The pincode of Namhol is 174032.
What is the population of Namhol?
Namhol had a total population of 222, including 119 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Namhol?
Namhol had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namhol was 83.67%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 80.85%.