Bam
About Bam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bam village is 402198. Bam village is located in Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Parajang (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Bam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1064 hectares. Bam has a total population of 2,185 peoples, out of which male population is 1,099 while female population is 1,086. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bam village is 56.02% out of which 63.33% males and 48.62% females are literate. There are about 487 houses in bam village. Pincode of bam village locality is 759028.
When it comes to administration, Bam 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, Bam village comes under Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to bam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Bam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,185 | 1,099 | 1,086 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 696 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 961 | 403 | 558 |
Connectivity of Bam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bam
Where is Bam located?
Bam village is situated in Parajang Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bam?
Bam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bam?
The pincode of Bam is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bam is 2,185, with 1,099 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Bam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bam village has a total of 487 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bam is 56.02%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 48.62%.