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
As per Census 2011, Bhusala village has a total population of 2,302 people, consisting of 1,207 males and 1,095 females. The village has 586 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhusala are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,302, including 1,207 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Bhusala?
There are 586 households in Bhusala.
What is the literacy rate in Bhusala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhusala is 72.94%. Male literacy is 77.71% and female literacy is 67.67%.