Bhimanathapur - Khaira, Balasore
Bhimanathapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Khaira and around 68 km from Baleshwar. Dungura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhimanathapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimanathapur is 393654. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhimanathapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhimanathapur
As per Census 2011, Bhimanathapur village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 140 males and 145 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhimanathapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 140 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 36 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimanathapur
Bhimanathapur 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 Bhimanathapur
Bhimanathapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Bhimanathapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bhimanathapur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimanathapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimanathapur 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 Bhimanathapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimanathapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhimanathapur
Where is Bhimanathapur located?
Bhimanathapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimanathapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhimanathapur is Dungura.
What is the pincode of Bhimanathapur?
The pincode of Bhimanathapur is 756126.
What is the population of Bhimanathapur?
Bhimanathapur has a total population of 285, including 140 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Bhimanathapur?
There are 67 households in Bhimanathapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimanathapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimanathapur is 67.37%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 60.69%.