Brahmapur - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Brahmapur is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Raitala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmapur is 402673. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Brahmapur
As per Census 2011, Brahmapur village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 94 males and 94 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
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 in the Brahmapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Brahmapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brahmapur
Where is Brahmapur located?
Brahmapur village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmapur is Raitala.
What is the pincode of Brahmapur?
The pincode of Brahmapur is 759016.
What is the population of Brahmapur?
Brahmapur has a total population of 188, including 94 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Brahmapur?
There are 45 households in Brahmapur.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmapur is 59.57%. Male literacy is 65.96% and female literacy is 53.19%.