Bam - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Bam is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Banigochha and around 81 km from Nayagarh . Chadeyapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bam is 405737. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 752089 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Bam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bam
According to the 2011 Census, Bam village had a total population of 792 people, including 403 males and 389 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.27%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 46.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 792 | 403 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 147 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 242 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 161 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Bam
Bam 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 Bam
Bam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Bam is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bam 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 Bam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bam
Where is Bam located?
Bam village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bam is Chadeyapalli.
What is the pincode of Bam?
The pincode of Bam is 752089.
What is the population of Bam?
Bam had a total population of 792, including 403 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Bam?
Bam had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bam was 58.27%. Male literacy was 69.74% and female literacy was 46.43%.