Bhograpali - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Bhograpali is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Samasingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhograpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhograpali is 381259. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bhograpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhograpali
As per Census 2011, Bhograpali village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 211 males and 214 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhograpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 211 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 174 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 37 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Bhograpali
Bhograpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guchhapali | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Samasingha | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Pandakimal(s) | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Amnapali | South | 2.39 km |
| Ganjermal | East | 2.84 km |
| Kusumdihi | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Sanyasipali | North | 3.85 km |
| Sodamal | West | 4.28 km |
| Kulhiamal | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Dehuripali | East | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhograpali
Bhograpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lapanga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Bhograpali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Bhograpali is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhograpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhograpali 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 Bhograpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhograpali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bhograpali
Where is Bhograpali located?
Bhograpali village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhograpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhograpali is Samasingha.
What is the pincode of Bhograpali?
The pincode of Bhograpali is 768213.
What is the population of Bhograpali?
Bhograpali has a total population of 425, including 211 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Bhograpali?
There are 108 households in Bhograpali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhograpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhograpali is 72.71%. Male literacy is 82.46% and female literacy is 63.08%.