Brundabanapalli - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Brundabanapalli is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brundabanapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brundabanapalli is 412869. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Brundabanapalli 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 Brundabanapalli
As per Census 2011, Brundabanapalli village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 186 males and 187 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brundabanapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 186 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 113 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 73 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Brundabanapalli
Brundabanapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krushnakrupamayapur | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Jangama | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Nuabandhapalli | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Badadumula | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Khemanda | South | 1.89 km |
| Karapada | West | 2.26 km |
| Sumantapur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Dhamanapadar | East | 2.81 km |
| Birapadmanabhapur | North | 2.92 km |
| Hatiadi | South-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brundabanapalli
Brundabanapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.5 km.
| 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 Digapahandi to Brundabanapalli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Brundabanapalli is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brundabanapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brundabanapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brundabanapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brundabanapalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brundabanapalli
Where is Brundabanapalli located?
Brundabanapalli village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brundabanapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Brundabanapalli is Karapada.
What is the pincode of Brundabanapalli?
The pincode of Brundabanapalli is 761042.
What is the population of Brundabanapalli?
Brundabanapalli has a total population of 373, including 186 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Brundabanapalli?
There are 88 households in Brundabanapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Brundabanapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brundabanapalli is 49.06%. Male literacy is 60.75% and female literacy is 37.43%.