Biswalmunda - Kaniha, Angul
Biswalmunda is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Kaniha and around 80 km from Anugul . Baliposi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswalmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswalmunda is 403728. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Rengali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Biswalmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biswalmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Biswalmunda village had a total population of 102 people, including 50 males and 52 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.84%, with male literacy at 60.53% and female literacy at 34.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 27 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Biswalmunda
Biswalmunda 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 Biswalmunda
Public transport in the Biswalmunda 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 Rengali to Biswalmunda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Biswalmunda is about 80 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 Biswalmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswalmunda 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 Biswalmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswalmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biswalmunda
Where is Biswalmunda located?
Biswalmunda village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswalmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswalmunda is Baliposi.
What is the pincode of Biswalmunda?
The pincode of Biswalmunda is 759117.
What is the population of Biswalmunda?
Biswalmunda had a total population of 102, including 50 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Biswalmunda?
Biswalmunda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biswalmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswalmunda was 46.84%. Male literacy was 60.53% and female literacy was 34.15%.