Begunia - Nilagiri, Balasore
Begunia is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Nilagiri and around 22 km from Baleshwar. Begunia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begunia is 393111. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Begunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begunia
According to the 2011 Census, Begunia village had a total population of 1,772 people, including 886 males and 886 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.64%, with male literacy at 77.67% and female literacy at 57.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 784.
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 | 1,772 | 886 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 147 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 183 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 784 | 385 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 574 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 312 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Begunia
Begunia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyani | South | 0.75 km |
| Ramachandrapur | North | 1.11 km |
| Sasapal | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Singiri | West | 1.83 km |
| Kuanrapurmahala | South | 1.90 km |
| Kujigadia | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Purukhi | North | 2.36 km |
| Nuaparhi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Ghungi | East | 2.42 km |
| Surujapur | North | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Begunia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Begunia. The nearest railway station is Balasore, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Begunia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Begunia is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begunia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Begunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Begunia
Where is Begunia located?
Begunia village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begunia?
Begunia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Begunia?
The pincode of Begunia is 756020.
What is the population of Begunia?
Begunia had a total population of 1,772, including 886 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Begunia?
Begunia had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begunia was 67.64%. Male literacy was 77.67% and female literacy was 57.62%.