Bamatia - Simulia, Balasore
Bamatia is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Similia and around 64 km from Baleshwar. Purosottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamatia is 394256. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bamatia 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 Bamatia
According to the 2011 Census, Bamatia village had a total population of 1,481 people, including 767 males and 714 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 73.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 648.
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 | 1,481 | 767 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 107 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 331 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 609 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 158 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Bamatia
Bamatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaganathapur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Dianpurusottampur | East | 1.27 km |
| Samasundarpur | North | 1.34 km |
| Prusottampur | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Birabrahmapur | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Murtunga | West | 1.91 km |
| Kakhadapada | South | 2.05 km |
| Amrutapur | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Basukharji | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Talapada | South-East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamatia
Public transport in the Bamatia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Bamatia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bamatia is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamatia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamatia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamatia
Where is Bamatia located?
Bamatia village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamatia is Purosottampur.
What is the pincode of Bamatia?
The pincode of Bamatia is 756134.
What is the population of Bamatia?
Bamatia had a total population of 1,481, including 767 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Bamatia?
Bamatia had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamatia was 83.23%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 73.73%.