Bahukapalli - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Bahukapalli is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Tarasingi and around 116 km from Chatrapur. Tilisingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahukapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahukapalli is 410316. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bahukapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahukapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Bahukapalli village had a total population of 339 people, including 179 males and 160 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.13%, with male literacy at 86.39% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 339 | 179 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 127 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 52 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Bahukapalli
Bahukapalli 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 Bahukapalli
Bahukapalli 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 5-10 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 Bhanjanagar to Bahukapalli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bahukapalli is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahukapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahukapalli 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bahukapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahukapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahukapalli
Where is Bahukapalli located?
Bahukapalli village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahukapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahukapalli is Tilisingi.
What is the pincode of Bahukapalli?
The pincode of Bahukapalli is 761131.
What is the population of Bahukapalli?
Bahukapalli had a total population of 339, including 179 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Bahukapalli?
Bahukapalli had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahukapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahukapalli was 71.13%. Male literacy was 86.39% and female literacy was 55.56%.