Bholasingi - Chikiti, Ganjam
Bholasingi is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Nuagaon and around 60 km from Chatrapur. Kalabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholasingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholasingi is 413059. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 761010 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bholasingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholasingi
According to the 2011 Census, Bholasingi village had a total population of 1,138 people, including 591 males and 547 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.72%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 48.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 1,138 | 591 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 360 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 231 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Bholasingi
Bholasingi 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 Bholasingi
Bholasingi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikiti to Bholasingi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bholasingi 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 Bholasingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholasingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bholasingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholasingi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bholasingi
Where is Bholasingi located?
Bholasingi village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bholasingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholasingi is Kalabada.
What is the pincode of Bholasingi?
The pincode of Bholasingi is 761010.
What is the population of Bholasingi?
Bholasingi had a total population of 1,138, including 591 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Bholasingi?
Bholasingi had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bholasingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholasingi was 59.72%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 48.12%.