Bhusala - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Bhusala is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bhusal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhusala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhusala is 402621. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhusala 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 Bhusala
According to the 2011 Census, Bhusala village had a total population of 2,302 people, including 1,207 males and 1,095 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.47%, with male literacy at 88.83% and female literacy at 75.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 2,302 | 1,207 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 151 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 143 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 938 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 269 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Bhusala
Bhusala 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 Bhusala
Bhusala 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Bhusala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Bhusala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhusala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhusala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhusala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhusala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhusala
Where is Bhusala located?
Bhusala village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhusala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhusala is Bhusal.
What is the pincode of Bhusala?
The pincode of Bhusala is 759017.
What is the population of Bhusala?
Bhusala had a total population of 2,302, including 1,207 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Bhusala?
Bhusala had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhusala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhusala was 82.47%. Male literacy was 88.83% and female literacy was 75.61%.