Begunia - Simulia, Balasore
Begunia is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Similia and around 76 km from Baleshwar. Kanchapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begunia is 394267. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begunia
According to the 2011 Census, Begunia village had a total population of 1,294 people, including 685 males and 609 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.56%, with male literacy at 92.96% and female literacy at 79.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286.
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 | 1,294 | 685 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 157 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 568 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 117 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Begunia
Begunia 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 Begunia
Public transport in the Begunia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Begunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Begunia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Begunia is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Begunia
Where is Begunia located?
Begunia village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Begunia is Kanchapada.
What is the pincode of Begunia?
The pincode of Begunia is 756134.
What is the population of Begunia?
Begunia had a total population of 1,294, including 685 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Begunia?
Begunia had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begunia was 86.56%. Male literacy was 92.96% and female literacy was 79.34%.