Betarsingi Village - Buguda, Ganjam
Betarsingi is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Golabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betarsingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betarsingi is 410408. The village covers a total geographical area of 526 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Betarsingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betarsingi
As per Census 2011, Betarsingi village has a total population of 2,653 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,284 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,494 literate and 1,159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betarsingi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,653 | 1,369 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 186 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 328 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 883 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,159 | 486 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Betarsingi
Betarsingi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Solandi | West | 2.01 km |
| Adipur | East | 2.15 km |
| Golabandha | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Ramanda | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Kanteihill | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Thanapalli | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Burujhola | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Biranchipur | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Chillikhama | North | 3.80 km |
| Katakala | South-East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Betarsingi
Betarsingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 km.
| 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 Buguda to Betarsingi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Betarsingi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betarsingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betarsingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Betarsingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betarsingi 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 Betarsingi
Where is Betarsingi located?
Betarsingi village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betarsingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Betarsingi is Golabandha.
What is the pincode of Betarsingi?
The pincode of Betarsingi is 761118.
What is the population of Betarsingi?
Betarsingi has a total population of 2,653, including 1,369 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Betarsingi?
There are 517 households in Betarsingi.
What is the literacy rate in Betarsingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betarsingi is 56.31%. Male literacy is 64.50% and female literacy is 47.59%.