Bimber - Bhawanigarh, Sangrur
Bimber is a village situated in the Bhawanigarh tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from Sangrur and around 32 km from Sangrur. Bimber village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bimber is 039684. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 148026 pincode. Bhawani Garh is the nearest town.
Bimber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dirba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bimber
According to the 2011 Census, Bimber village had a total population of 1,268 people, including 655 males and 613 females. The village had 250 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. The village had 150 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 771 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 740 people.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,268 | 655 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 381 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 423 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 232 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Bimber
Bimber 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 Bimber
Public transport in the Bimber is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sangrur to Bimber is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bimber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bimber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bimber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bimber 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bimber
Where is Bimber located?
Bimber village is located in Bhawanigarh Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bimber?
Bimber is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bimber?
The pincode of Bimber is 148026.
What is the population of Bimber?
Bimber had a total population of 1,268, including 655 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Bimber?
Bimber had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bimber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bimber was 68.96%. Male literacy was 72.68% and female literacy was 64.93%.