Bamial - Bhawarna, Kangra
Bamial is a village situated in the Bhawarna tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from Dharmsala. Kharuhal Chander Bamiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamial is 011695. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.1 hectares and falls under the 176093 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Bamial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamial
As per Census 2011, Bamial village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 67 males and 89 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,328 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 67 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Bamial
Bamial 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 Bamial
Bamial 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 | 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 Dharmsala to Bamial is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamial 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bamial
Where is Bamial located?
Bamial village is located in Bhawarna Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamial?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamial is Kharuhal Chander Bamiyal.
What is the pincode of Bamial?
The pincode of Bamial is 176093.
What is the population of Bamial?
Bamial has a total population of 156, including 67 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Bamial?
There are 42 households in Bamial.
What is the literacy rate in Bamial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamial is 74.36%. Male literacy is 80.60% and female literacy is 69.66%.