Bharuamunda - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Bharuamunda is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Rengali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharuamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharuamunda is 420740. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bharuamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharuamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Bharuamunda village had a total population of 470 people, including 230 males and 240 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.39%, with male literacy at 59.61% and female literacy at 21.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 470 | 230 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 121 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 109 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Bharuamunda
Bharuamunda 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 Bharuamunda
Bharuamunda 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Bharuamunda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Bharuamunda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharuamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharuamunda 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 Bharuamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharuamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharuamunda
Where is Bharuamunda located?
Bharuamunda village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharuamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharuamunda is Rengali.
What is the pincode of Bharuamunda?
The pincode of Bharuamunda is 767028.
What is the population of Bharuamunda?
Bharuamunda had a total population of 470, including 230 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Bharuamunda?
Bharuamunda had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharuamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharuamunda was 40.39%. Male literacy was 59.61% and female literacy was 21.18%.