Bhom
About Bhom
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhom village is 565197. Bhom village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Bhom village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 818.67 hectares. Bhom has a total population of 1,623 peoples, out of which male population is 768 while female population is 855. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1113 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhom village is 77.08% out of which 85.29% males and 69.71% females are literate. There are about 424 houses in bhom village. Pincode of bhom village locality is 415628.
When it comes to administration, Bhom village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhom village comes under Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to bhom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Bhom
The population details of Bhom cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,623 | 768 | 855 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 655 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 113 | 259 |
Connectivity of Bhom
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhom
Where is Bhom located?
Bhom village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhom?
Bhom serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhom?
The pincode of Bhom is 415628, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhom is 1,623, with 768 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Bhom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhom village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhom as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhom is 77.08%. The male literacy rate is 85.29%, while the female literacy rate is 69.71%.