Brushava - Gumma, Gajapati
Brushava is a village situated in the Gumma tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Serango and around 36 km from Paralakhemundi. Brushava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brushava is 414385. The village covers a total geographical area of 1667 hectares and falls under the 761208 pincode. Kashinagara is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Brushava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paralakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brushava
According to the 2011 Census, Brushava village had a total population of 311 people, including 139 males and 172 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,237 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.76%, with male literacy at 24.56% and female literacy at 21.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
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 | 311 | 139 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 25 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 137 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 111 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Brushava
Brushava 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 Brushava
Brushava 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 >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 Kashinagara to Brushava is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Brushava is about 36 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 Brushava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brushava 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Brushava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brushava 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brushava
Where is Brushava located?
Brushava village is located in Gumma Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brushava?
Brushava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brushava?
The pincode of Brushava is 761208.
What is the population of Brushava?
Brushava had a total population of 311, including 139 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Brushava?
Brushava had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brushava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brushava was 22.76%. Male literacy was 24.56% and female literacy was 21.21%.