Bental - Bhadrak
Bental is a village situated in the Bhadrak tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhadrak Rural and around 12 km from Bhadrak. Bental village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bental is 394809. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 756100 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bental village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrak Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bental
As per Census 2011, Bental village has a total population of 1,455 people, consisting of 755 males and 700 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,130 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bental are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 755 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 629 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 126 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Bental
Bental 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bije Gangadharpur | West | 0.85 km |
| Jagannathapur | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Bhabanibindha | North | 0.95 km |
| Aharpada | South | 1.25 km |
| Taragana | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Basalpur | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Khandatara | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Gopalbindha | South | 2.14 km |
| Harisankarpur | East | 2.27 km |
| Raghupatibindha | South | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bental
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bental. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bental is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bental
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bental village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bental
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bental 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bental
Where is Bental located?
Bental village is located in Bhadrak Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bental?
Bental is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bental?
The pincode of Bental is 756100.
What is the population of Bental?
Bental has a total population of 1,455, including 755 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Bental?
There are 306 households in Bental.
What is the literacy rate in Bental?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bental is 77.66%. Male literacy is 83.31% and female literacy is 71.57%.