Bam Village - Gop, Puri
Bam is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Konark and around 25 km from Puri. Achutapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bam is 409328. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bam
As per Census 2011, Bam village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 289 males and 233 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bam are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 289 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 251 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
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 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 Konark to Bam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bam is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bam
Where is Bam located?
Bam village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bam is Achutapur.
What is the pincode of Bam?
The pincode of Bam is 752110.
What is the population of Bam?
Bam has a total population of 522, including 289 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Bam?
There are 110 households in Bam.
What is the literacy rate in Bam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bam is 83.14%. Male literacy is 86.85% and female literacy is 78.54%.