Bahanaga - Bahanaga, Balasore
Bahanaga is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 26 km from Baleshwar. Bahanaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahanaga is 393841. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 756042 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bahanaga 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 Bahanaga
As per Census 2011, Bahanaga village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 310 males and 283 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahanaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 310 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 204 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 106 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Bahanaga
Bahanaga 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 Bahanaga
Public transport in the Bahanaga is mainly available through bus services. Bahanaga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Bahanaga is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahanaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahanaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahanaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahanaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahanaga
Where is Bahanaga located?
Bahanaga village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahanaga?
Bahanaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahanaga?
The pincode of Bahanaga is 756042.
What is the population of Bahanaga?
Bahanaga has a total population of 593, including 310 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Bahanaga?
There are 151 households in Bahanaga.
What is the literacy rate in Bahanaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahanaga is 57.34%. Male literacy is 65.81% and female literacy is 48.06%.