Bhansar - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Bhansar is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kanimula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhansar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhansar is 397476. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhansar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhansar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhansar village had a total population of 1,876 people, including 979 males and 897 females, living in 411 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 72.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353.
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 | 1,876 | 979 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 170 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,353 | 764 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 215 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Bhansar
Bhansar 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 Bhansar
Bhansar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhansar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jagatsinghapur to Bhansar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhansar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhansar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhansar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhansar 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 Bhansar
Where is Bhansar located?
Bhansar village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhansar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhansar is Kanimula.
What is the pincode of Bhansar?
The pincode of Bhansar is 754137.
What is the population of Bhansar?
Bhansar had a total population of 1,876, including 979 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Bhansar?
Bhansar had 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhansar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhansar was 78.75%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 72.45%.