Bahukapalli - Surada, Ganjam
Bahukapalli is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Hukuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahukapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahukapalli is 410863. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bahukapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahukapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Bahukapalli village had a total population of 133 people, including 67 males and 66 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.00%, with male literacy at 57.45% and female literacy at 37.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 40 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Bahukapalli
Bahukapalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaliapada | South | 1.35 km |
| Jhuntiapalli | East | 1.55 km |
| B.kotibadi | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Bijayagopalapur | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Bijegopalapur | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Muliapalli | East | 2.70 km |
| Madhuapalli | South | 3.05 km |
| Mayangi | West | 3.26 km |
| Sundhidihapalli | North | 3.28 km |
| Maniakati | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahukapalli
Bahukapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Bahukapalli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bahukapalli is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahukapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahukapalli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahukapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahukapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahukapalli
Where is Bahukapalli located?
Bahukapalli village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahukapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahukapalli is Hukuma.
What is the pincode of Bahukapalli?
The pincode of Bahukapalli is 761108.
What is the population of Bahukapalli?
Bahukapalli had a total population of 133, including 67 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Bahukapalli?
Bahukapalli had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahukapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahukapalli was 47.00%. Male literacy was 57.45% and female literacy was 37.74%.