Bhagabanpur - Buguda, Ganjam
Bhagabanpur is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhagabanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagabanpur is 410397. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhagabanpur 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 Bhagabanpur
As per Census 2011, Bhagabanpur village has a total population of 1,461 people, consisting of 736 males and 725 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 577 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhagabanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 736 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 149 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 884 | 511 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 225 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagabanpur
Bhagabanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dengabadi | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Matajhari | North | 1.92 km |
| Panikeshar | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Takarada | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kanheipur | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Tabhapalli | West | 2.86 km |
| Saradhapur | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Dadarakhola | West | 3.70 km |
| Khainchapada | South-West | 3.84 km |
| B.karadabadi | West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhagabanpur
Bhagabanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| 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 Buguda to Bhagabanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhagabanpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagabanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagabanpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhagabanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagabanpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhagabanpur
Where is Bhagabanpur located?
Bhagabanpur village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhagabanpur?
Bhagabanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhagabanpur?
The pincode of Bhagabanpur is 761118.
What is the population of Bhagabanpur?
Bhagabanpur has a total population of 1,461, including 736 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Bhagabanpur?
There are 332 households in Bhagabanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagabanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagabanpur is 60.51%. Male literacy is 69.43% and female literacy is 51.45%.