Bapangi - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Bapangi is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Bhanjanagar and around 104 km from Chatrapur. Baibali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapangi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapangi is 410560. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bapangi 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 Bapangi
According to the 2011 Census, Bapangi village had a total population of 28 people, including 17 males and 11 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 647 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.62%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Bapangi
Bapangi 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 Bapangi
Bapangi 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 >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 Bhanjanagar to Bapangi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bapangi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapangi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bapangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapangi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bapangi
Where is Bapangi located?
Bapangi village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bapangi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapangi is Baibali.
What is the pincode of Bapangi?
The pincode of Bapangi is 761126.
What is the population of Bapangi?
Bapangi had a total population of 28, including 17 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Bapangi?
Bapangi had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bapangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapangi was 34.62%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 18.18%.