Bhanjabasan - Bhograi, Balasore
Bhanjabasan is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 77 km from Baleshwar. Panisanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanjabasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanjabasan is 391613. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Bhanjabasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanjabasan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanjabasan village had a total population of 82 people, including 42 males and 40 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.08%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 73.53%.
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 | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanjabasan
Bhanjabasan 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 Bhanjabasan
Bhanjabasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jaleswar to Bhanjabasan is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bhanjabasan is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanjabasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanjabasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanjabasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanjabasan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhanjabasan
Where is Bhanjabasan located?
Bhanjabasan village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhanjabasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanjabasan is Panisanda.
What is the pincode of Bhanjabasan?
The pincode of Bhanjabasan is 756036.
What is the population of Bhanjabasan?
Bhanjabasan had a total population of 82, including 42 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Bhanjabasan?
Bhanjabasan had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanjabasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanjabasan was 81.08%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 73.53%.