Bhundupali - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Bhundupali is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Rengali and around 79 km from Jharsuguda. Attabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhundupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhundupali is 380930. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bhundupali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhundupali
As per Census 2011, Bhundupali village has a total population of 996 people, consisting of 498 males and 498 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhundupali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 498 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 210 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 393 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 105 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Bhundupali
Bhundupali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumar | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Deopali | East | 3.38 km |
| Lipaspali | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Chikhilapali | South | 3.47 km |
| Attabira | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Koylanga | North | 3.80 km |
| Belriya | West | 4.03 km |
| Rengali | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Bhikampali | South | 4.38 km |
| Barjha | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhundupali
Public transport in the Bhundupali is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jamga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Belpahar to Bhundupali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Bhundupali is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhundupali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhundupali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhundupali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhundupali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhundupali
Where is Bhundupali located?
Bhundupali village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhundupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhundupali is Attabira.
What is the pincode of Bhundupali?
The pincode of Bhundupali is 768226.
What is the population of Bhundupali?
Bhundupali has a total population of 996, including 498 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Bhundupali?
There are 215 households in Bhundupali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhundupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhundupali is 63.76%. Male literacy is 78.92% and female literacy is 48.59%.