Beherapali - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Beherapali is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ruchida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beherapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beherapali is 380804. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Beherapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beherapali
According to the 2011 Census, Beherapali village had a total population of 653 people, including 331 males and 322 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.15%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 57.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 653 | 331 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 220 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 111 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Beherapali
Beherapali 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 Beherapali
Beherapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Beherapali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beherapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beherapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Beherapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beherapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beherapali
Where is Beherapali located?
Beherapali village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beherapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Beherapali is Ruchida.
What is the pincode of Beherapali?
The pincode of Beherapali is 768045.
What is the population of Beherapali?
Beherapali had a total population of 653, including 331 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Beherapali?
Beherapali had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beherapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beherapali was 65.15%. Male literacy was 72.85% and female literacy was 57.19%.