Bahiamb - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Bahiamb is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jareikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahiamb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahiamb is 384251. The village covers a total geographical area of 872 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bahiamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahiamb
As per Census 2011, Bahiamb village has a total population of 1,255 people, consisting of 617 males and 638 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,092 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahiamb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,255 | 617 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 110 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,092 | 545 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 328 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 289 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Bahiamb
Bahiamb 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 Bahiamb
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bahiamb.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Bahiamb is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bahiamb is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahiamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahiamb 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 Bahiamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahiamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahiamb
Where is Bahiamb located?
Bahiamb village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahiamb?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahiamb is Jareikela.
What is the pincode of Bahiamb?
The pincode of Bahiamb is 770017.
What is the population of Bahiamb?
Bahiamb has a total population of 1,255, including 617 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Bahiamb?
There are 263 households in Bahiamb.
What is the literacy rate in Bahiamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahiamb is 41.12%. Male literacy is 53.16% and female literacy is 29.47%.