Bhagibandha - Patrapur, Ganjam
Bhagibandha is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from Ramagiri and around 75 km from Chatrapur. Tumbagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhagibandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagibandha is 413422. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Bhagibandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhagibandha
According to the 2011 Census, Bhagibandha village had a total population of 150 people, including 79 males and 71 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.03%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 77 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 53 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 26 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagibandha
Bhagibandha 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 Bhagibandha
Bhagibandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhagibandha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Bhagibandha is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhagibandha is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagibandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagibandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhagibandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagibandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhagibandha
Where is Bhagibandha located?
Bhagibandha village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhagibandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhagibandha is Tumbagada.
What is the pincode of Bhagibandha?
The pincode of Bhagibandha is 761013.
What is the population of Bhagibandha?
Bhagibandha had a total population of 150, including 79 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Bhagibandha?
Bhagibandha had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagibandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagibandha was 57.03%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 34.48%.