Bamania - Contai - III, Purba Medinipur
Bamania is a village situated in the Contai - III subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Debendra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamania is 346462. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 721449 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bamania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanthi Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamania
According to the 2011 Census, Bamania village had a total population of 1,011 people, including 530 males and 481 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.61%, with male literacy at 97.82% and female literacy at 84.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 1,011 | 530 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 449 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 81 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Bamania
Bamania 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 Bamania
Bamania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Contai to Bamania is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamania 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamania
Where is Bamania located?
Bamania village is located in Contai - III Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamania?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamania is Debendra.
What is the pincode of Bamania?
The pincode of Bamania is 721449.
What is the population of Bamania?
Bamania had a total population of 1,011, including 530 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Bamania?
Bamania had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamania was 91.61%. Male literacy was 97.82% and female literacy was 84.67%.