Bhaluguda - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Bhaluguda is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Bhanjanagar and around 121 km from Chatrapur. Dadaralunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaluguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaluguda is 410538. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhaluguda 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 Bhaluguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaluguda village had a total population of 129 people, including 66 males and 63 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 51 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 15 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaluguda
Bhaluguda 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 Bhaluguda
Bhaluguda 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Bhaluguda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhaluguda is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaluguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaluguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaluguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaluguda 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 Bhaluguda
Where is Bhaluguda located?
Bhaluguda village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaluguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaluguda is Dadaralunda.
What is the pincode of Bhaluguda?
The pincode of Bhaluguda is 761126.
What is the population of Bhaluguda?
Bhaluguda had a total population of 129, including 66 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Bhaluguda?
Bhaluguda had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaluguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluguda was 75.51%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 52.27%.