Bedmud - Bahanaga, Balasore
Bedmud is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Soro and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Kochiakoili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedmud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedmud is 393966. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 756042 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bedmud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedmud
As per Census 2011, Bedmud village has a total population of 99 people, consisting of 57 males and 42 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 736 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedmud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Bedmud
Bedmud 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 Bedmud
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bedmud. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bedmud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Bedmud is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bedmud is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedmud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedmud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bedmud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedmud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedmud
Where is Bedmud located?
Bedmud village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedmud?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedmud is Kochiakoili.
What is the pincode of Bedmud?
The pincode of Bedmud is 756042.
What is the population of Bedmud?
Bedmud has a total population of 99, including 57 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Bedmud?
There are 30 households in Bedmud.
What is the literacy rate in Bedmud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedmud is 86.87%. Male literacy is 85.96% and female literacy is 88.10%.