Bajapalli - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Bajapalli is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Basudebapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajapalli is 412767. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 761012 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bajapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Bajapalli village had a total population of 919 people, including 453 males and 466 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.79%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 37.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 919 | 453 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 288 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 165 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Bajapalli
Bajapalli 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 Bajapalli
Bajapalli 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 <5 km |
| 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 Brahmapur to Bajapalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bajapalli is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajapalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bajapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bajapalli
Where is Bajapalli located?
Bajapalli village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajapalli is Basudebapur.
What is the pincode of Bajapalli?
The pincode of Bajapalli is 761012.
What is the population of Bajapalli?
Bajapalli had a total population of 919, including 453 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Bajapalli?
Bajapalli had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajapalli was 53.79%. Male literacy was 70.94% and female literacy was 37.41%.