Baruda - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Baruda is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Bhanjanagar and around 113 km from Chatrapur. Baruda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baruda is 410571. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Baruda 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 Baruda
As per Census 2011, Baruda village has a total population of 1,977 people, consisting of 992 males and 985 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,238 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baruda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 992 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 308 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 703 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 289 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Baruda
Baruda 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 Baruda
Baruda 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 >10 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 Bhanjanagar to Baruda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Baruda is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baruda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baruda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baruda
Where is Baruda located?
Baruda village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baruda?
Baruda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baruda?
The pincode of Baruda is 761126.
What is the population of Baruda?
Baruda has a total population of 1,977, including 992 males and 985 females.
How many households are there in Baruda?
There are 446 households in Baruda.
What is the literacy rate in Baruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baruda is 62.62%. Male literacy is 70.87% and female literacy is 54.31%.