Belpunji - Athmallik, Angul
Belpunji is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Athmallik and around 107 km from Anugul . Kampala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belpunji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belpunji is 404794. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Belpunji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belpunji
According to the 2011 Census, Belpunji village had a total population of 372 people, including 186 males and 186 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.82%, with male literacy at 83.83% and female literacy at 59.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 372 | 186 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 140 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 46 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Belpunji
Belpunji 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 Belpunji
Belpunji 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 Athamallik to Belpunji is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Belpunji is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belpunji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belpunji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belpunji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belpunji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belpunji
Where is Belpunji located?
Belpunji village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belpunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Belpunji is Kampala.
What is the pincode of Belpunji?
The pincode of Belpunji is 759125.
What is the population of Belpunji?
Belpunji had a total population of 372, including 186 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Belpunji?
Belpunji had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belpunji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belpunji was 71.82%. Male literacy was 83.83% and female literacy was 59.51%.