Bimbalabar - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Bimbalabar is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Sanasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bimbalabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bimbalabar is 394459. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Bimbalabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bimbalabar
As per Census 2011, Bimbalabar village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 269 males and 300 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bimbalabar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 269 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 207 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 62 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Bimbalabar
Bimbalabar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadalnagar | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Patuli | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Badasasan | West | 1.67 km |
| Ranipada | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Dando | East | 2.02 km |
| Kotsira | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Nunapadi | South | 2.09 km |
| Tarago | North | 2.12 km |
| Sansasan | West | 2.56 km |
| Sunagadia | North-West | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bimbalabar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bimbalabar. The nearest railway station is Kenduapada, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhadrak to Bimbalabar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Bimbalabar 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 Bimbalabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bimbalabar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bimbalabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bimbalabar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bimbalabar
Where is Bimbalabar located?
Bimbalabar village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bimbalabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bimbalabar is Sanasasan.
What is the pincode of Bimbalabar?
The pincode of Bimbalabar is 756120.
What is the population of Bimbalabar?
Bimbalabar has a total population of 569, including 269 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Bimbalabar?
There are 124 households in Bimbalabar.
What is the literacy rate in Bimbalabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bimbalabar is 69.77%. Male literacy is 76.95% and female literacy is 63.33%.