Boribandha - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Boribandha is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Bhanjanagar and around 120 km from Chatrapur. Baruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boribandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boribandha is 410570. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Boribandha 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 Boribandha
According to the 2011 Census, Boribandha village had a total population of 499 people, including 245 males and 254 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.62%, with male literacy at 90.05% and female literacy at 81.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 499 | 245 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 199 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 46 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Boribandha
Boribandha 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 Boribandha
Boribandha 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 Boribandha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Boribandha is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boribandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boribandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Boribandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boribandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boribandha
Where is Boribandha located?
Boribandha village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boribandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Boribandha is Baruda.
What is the pincode of Boribandha?
The pincode of Boribandha is 761126.
What is the population of Boribandha?
Boribandha had a total population of 499, including 245 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Boribandha?
Boribandha had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boribandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boribandha was 85.62%. Male literacy was 90.05% and female literacy was 81.39%.