Brahmachari - Khaira, Balasore
Brahmachari is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Khaira and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Nandur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmachari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmachari is 393582. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Brahmachari 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 Brahmachari
According to the 2011 Census, Brahmachari village had a total population of 339 people, including 154 males and 185 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.69%, with male literacy at 91.95% and female literacy at 76.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 339 | 154 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 17 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmachari
Brahmachari 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 Brahmachari
Public transport in the Brahmachari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Soro to Brahmachari is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Brahmachari is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmachari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmachari 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 Brahmachari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmachari 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 Brahmachari
Where is Brahmachari located?
Brahmachari village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brahmachari?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmachari is Nandur.
What is the pincode of Brahmachari?
The pincode of Brahmachari is 756047.
What is the population of Brahmachari?
Brahmachari had a total population of 339, including 154 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Brahmachari?
Brahmachari had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmachari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmachari was 83.69%. Male literacy was 91.95% and female literacy was 76.70%.