Bhom

Bhom is a village located in Vaibhavvadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 75km away from sub-district headquarter Vaibhavvadi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Akhavane Bhom is the gram panchayat of Bhom village.

Bhom has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhom

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhom is 566340. The village spans a total geographical area of 475.39 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Bhom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Bhom

Below is a concise population overview of Bhom as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 437 210 227
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 27 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 32 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 3 1
Literate Population 296 158 138
Illiterate Population 141 52 89

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhom village:

  • The total population of Bhom village is around 437, including approximately 210 males and 227 females, with a sex ratio of 1080 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Bhom village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhom village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhom village is about 67.73%, with male literacy at 75.24% and female literacy at 60.79%.
  • There are around 136 households in Bhom village.

Connectivity of Bhom

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhom. As per the 2011 stats, Bhom had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Bhom

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhom helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhom.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhom

Where is Bhom located?
Bhom village is situated in Vaibhavvadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhom?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhom is Akhavane Bhom (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bhom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhom is 437, with 210 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Bhom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhom village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhom as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhom is 67.73%. The male literacy rate is 75.24%, while the female literacy rate is 60.79%.