Beguniapada - Kodala, Ganjam
Beguniapada is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Beguniapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beguniapada is 411730. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 761031 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Beguniapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beguniapada
As per Census 2011, Beguniapada village has a total population of 1,447 people, consisting of 735 males and 712 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beguniapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,447 | 735 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 99 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 580 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 155 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Beguniapada
Beguniapada 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 Beguniapada
Beguniapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Beguniapada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Beguniapada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Beguniapada is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beguniapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beguniapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beguniapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beguniapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Beguniapada
Where is Beguniapada located?
Beguniapada village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beguniapada?
Beguniapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beguniapada?
The pincode of Beguniapada is 761031.
What is the population of Beguniapada?
Beguniapada has a total population of 1,447, including 735 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Beguniapada?
There are 304 households in Beguniapada.
What is the literacy rate in Beguniapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beguniapada is 72.15%. Male literacy is 78.91% and female literacy is 65.17%.