Brahmapur - Soro, Balasore
Brahmapur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Soro and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Sajanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmapur is 393983. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Brahmapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brahmapur
As per Census 2011, Brahmapur village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 476 males and 453 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 476 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 712 | 398 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 78 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmapur
Brahmapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talanagar | West | 0.88 km |
| Keshpur | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Salampur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Sirapur | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Kashaba | South | 1.76 km |
| Alipur | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Habeligandatira | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Sunari | South-West | 2.27 km |
| San-brahmapur | East | 2.38 km |
| Uchhabapur | South-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Brahmapur. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Brahmapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Brahmapur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Brahmapur
Where is Brahmapur located?
Brahmapur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmapur is Sajanpur.
What is the pincode of Brahmapur?
The pincode of Brahmapur is 756045.
What is the population of Brahmapur?
Brahmapur has a total population of 929, including 476 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Brahmapur?
There are 229 households in Brahmapur.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmapur is 76.64%. Male literacy is 83.61% and female literacy is 69.32%.