Bamnam - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Bamnam is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bandgaon and around 110 km from Chaibasa. Jalasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamnam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamnam is 377049. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Bamnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamnam
According to the 2011 Census, Bamnam village had a total population of 183 people, including 85 males and 98 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.38%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 85 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 58 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 27 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Bamnam
Bamnam 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 Bamnam
Public transport in the Bamnam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Bamnam 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 Bamnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamnam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamnam
Where is Bamnam located?
Bamnam village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamnam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamnam is Jalasar.
What is the pincode of Bamnam?
The pincode of Bamnam is 833201.
What is the population of Bamnam?
Bamnam had a total population of 183, including 85 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Bamnam?
Bamnam had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamnam was 65.38%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 55.00%.