Bhetanai - Asika, Ganjam
Bhetanai is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhetanai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhetanai is 411206. The village covers a total geographical area of 1790 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bhetanai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bhetanai
As per Census 2011, Bhetanai village has a total population of 4,446 people, consisting of 2,199 males and 2,247 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,579 literate and 1,867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhetanai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,446 | 2,199 | 2,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 263 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,185 | 553 | 632 |
| Literate Population | 2,579 | 1,456 | 1,123 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,867 | 743 | 1,124 |
Nearby Villages of Bhetanai
Bhetanai 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 Bhetanai
Bhetanai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Bhetanai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhetanai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhetanai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhetanai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhetanai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhetanai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhetanai
Where is Bhetanai located?
Bhetanai village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhetanai?
Bhetanai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhetanai?
The pincode of Bhetanai is 761110.
What is the population of Bhetanai?
Bhetanai has a total population of 4,446, including 2,199 males and 2,247 females.
How many households are there in Bhetanai?
There are 913 households in Bhetanai.
What is the literacy rate in Bhetanai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhetanai is 58.01%. Male literacy is 66.21% and female literacy is 49.98%.