Bedipur - Remuna, Balasore
Bedipur is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 23 km from Baleshwar. Kuligan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedipur is 392864. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bedipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bedipur village had a total population of 991 people, including 517 males and 474 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.78%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 78.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366.
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 | 991 | 517 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 72 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 199 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 755 | 420 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 97 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Bedipur
Bedipur 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 Bedipur
Bedipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bedipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Bedipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bedipur is about 23 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 Bedipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedipur 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 Bedipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedipur 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bedipur
Where is Bedipur located?
Bedipur village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bedipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedipur is Kuligan.
What is the pincode of Bedipur?
The pincode of Bedipur is 756043.
What is the population of Bedipur?
Bedipur had a total population of 991, including 517 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Bedipur?
Bedipur had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedipur was 86.78%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 78.82%.