Bhatapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Bhatapur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhograi and around 81 km from Baleshwar. Sahabajipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatapur is 391776. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhatapur 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 Bhatapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatapur village had a total population of 520 people, including 271 males and 249 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.28%, with male literacy at 94.65% and female literacy at 81.70%.
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 | 520 | 271 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 230 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 41 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatapur
Bhatapur 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 Bhatapur
Bhatapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Jaleswar to Bhatapur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bhatapur is about 81 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 Bhatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhatapur
Where is Bhatapur located?
Bhatapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatapur is Sahabajipur.
What is the pincode of Bhatapur?
The pincode of Bhatapur is 756085.
What is the population of Bhatapur?
Bhatapur had a total population of 520, including 271 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Bhatapur?
Bhatapur had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatapur was 88.28%. Male literacy was 94.65% and female literacy was 81.70%.