Bilamal - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Bilamal is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 92 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Silet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilamal is 424318. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Bilamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilamal
As per Census 2011, Bilamal village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 81 males and 83 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 29 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 52 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Bilamal
Bilamal 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 Bilamal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilamal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Bilamal is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bilamal is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilamal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilamal 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 Bilamal
Where is Bilamal located?
Bilamal village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilamal is Silet.
What is the pincode of Bilamal?
The pincode of Bilamal is 766037.
What is the population of Bilamal?
Bilamal has a total population of 164, including 81 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Bilamal?
There are 33 households in Bilamal.
What is the literacy rate in Bilamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilamal is 23.17%. Male literacy is 35.80% and female literacy is 10.84%.