Bamuan - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Bamuan is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sura Pratap Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamuan is 402546. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 759024 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bamuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamuan
According to the 2011 Census, Bamuan village had a total population of 664 people, including 357 males and 307 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.70%, with male literacy at 94.67% and female literacy at 88.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 664 | 357 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 284 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 73 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bamuan
Bamuan 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 Bamuan
Public transport in the Bamuan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuban to Bamuan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Bamuan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamuan 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 Bamuan
Where is Bamuan located?
Bamuan village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamuan is Sura Pratap Pur.
What is the pincode of Bamuan?
The pincode of Bamuan is 759024.
What is the population of Bamuan?
Bamuan had a total population of 664, including 357 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Bamuan?
Bamuan had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamuan was 91.70%. Male literacy was 94.67% and female literacy was 88.35%.