Bharda - Remuna, Balasore
Bharda is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Remuna and around 16 km from Baleshwar. Patripal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharda is 393017. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 756019 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bharda 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 Bharda
According to the 2011 Census, Bharda village had a total population of 574 people, including 289 males and 285 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.15%, with male literacy at 87.40% and female literacy at 80.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 574 | 289 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 104 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 222 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 67 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Bharda
Bharda 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 Bharda
Public transport in the Bharda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Remuna to Bharda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bharda is about 16 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 Bharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bharda
Where is Bharda located?
Bharda village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharda is Patripal.
What is the pincode of Bharda?
The pincode of Bharda is 756019.
What is the population of Bharda?
Bharda had a total population of 574, including 289 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Bharda?
Bharda had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharda was 84.15%. Male literacy was 87.40% and female literacy was 80.93%.