Bambal - Shillai, Sirmaur
Bambal is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from Nahan. Bambal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bambal is 023442. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Bambal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bambal
As per Census 2011, Bambal village has a total population of 797 people, consisting of 418 males and 379 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bambal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 418 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 334 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 84 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Bambal
Bambal 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 Bambal
Bambal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Bambal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bambal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bambal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bambal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bambal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bambal
Where is Bambal located?
Bambal village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bambal?
Bambal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bambal?
The pincode of Bambal is 173029.
What is the population of Bambal?
Bambal has a total population of 797, including 418 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Bambal?
There are 110 households in Bambal.
What is the literacy rate in Bambal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bambal is 66.75%. Male literacy is 79.90% and female literacy is 52.24%.