Brahmapur - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Brahmapur is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Jhutuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmapur is 394471. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Brahmapur 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 Brahmapur
As per Census 2011, Brahmapur village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 167 males and 156 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 167 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 149 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmapur
Brahmapur 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 Brahmapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Brahmapur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Brahmapur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Brahmapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Brahmapur is about 30 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 Brahmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmapur 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 Brahmapur
Where is Brahmapur located?
Brahmapur village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmapur is Jhutuna.
What is the pincode of Brahmapur?
The pincode of Brahmapur is 756120.
What is the population of Brahmapur?
Brahmapur has a total population of 323, including 167 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Brahmapur?
There are 78 households in Brahmapur.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmapur is 82.66%. Male literacy is 89.22% and female literacy is 75.64%.