Bedham - Deeg
Bedham is a village situated in the Deeg tehsil of Deeg district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from Deeg and around 45 km from Bharatpur. Bedham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedham is 074328. The village covers a total geographical area of 647 hectares and falls under the 321206 pincode. Deeg is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bedham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedham
As per Census 2011, Bedham village has a total population of 3,528 people, consisting of 1,891 males and 1,637 females. The village has 593 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,925 literate and 1,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,528 | 1,891 | 1,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 303 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 381 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,925 | 1,339 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 552 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Bedham
Bedham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangeeka | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Dabhara | South | 2.08 km |
| Kakra | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Rayabka | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Ravidaspura | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Poonchhri | West | 2.98 km |
| Panhori | East | 3.41 km |
| Jhoolka | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Anjari | North | 3.64 km |
| Adhawali | North | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bedham
Bedham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bedham, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deeg to Bedham is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Bedham is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bedham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bedham
Where is Bedham located?
Bedham village is located in Deeg Tehsil, Deeg district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedham?
Bedham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bedham?
The pincode of Bedham is 321206.
What is the population of Bedham?
Bedham has a total population of 3,528, including 1,891 males and 1,637 females.
How many households are there in Bedham?
There are 593 households in Bedham.
What is the literacy rate in Bedham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedham is 54.56%. Male literacy is 70.81% and female literacy is 35.80%.