Brahminidihi - Sohela, Bargarh
Brahminidihi is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Rengali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahminidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahminidihi is 380221. The village covers a total geographical area of 446 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Brahminidihi 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 Brahminidihi
According to the 2011 Census, Brahminidihi village had a total population of 673 people, including 342 males and 331 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.23%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 74.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 673 | 342 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 267 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 75 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Brahminidihi
Brahminidihi 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 Brahminidihi
Brahminidihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Padmapur to Brahminidihi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Brahminidihi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahminidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahminidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Brahminidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahminidihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brahminidihi
Where is Brahminidihi located?
Brahminidihi village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brahminidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahminidihi is Rengali.
What is the pincode of Brahminidihi?
The pincode of Brahminidihi is 768033.
What is the population of Brahminidihi?
Brahminidihi had a total population of 673, including 342 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Brahminidihi?
Brahminidihi had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahminidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahminidihi was 82.23%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 74.24%.