Brahmanchhendia - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Brahmanchhendia is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bramhanchhendia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmanchhendia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmanchhendia is 423938. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Brahmanchhendia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brahmanchhendia
As per Census 2011, Brahmanchhendia village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 617 males and 636 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 605 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 465 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmanchhendia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 617 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 465 | 207 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 357 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 260 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmanchhendia
Brahmanchhendia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chilchila | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Merghara | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Taranja | East | 2.19 km |
| Kebadi | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Dashaghar | East | 2.67 km |
| Shosia(susia) | North | 2.80 km |
| Thanat | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Khamarhaladi | North | 2.99 km |
| Luhagaon | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Gambhariguda | South | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmanchhendia
Brahmanchhendia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Brahmanchhendia is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Brahmanchhendia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmanchhendia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmanchhendia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brahmanchhendia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmanchhendia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brahmanchhendia
Where is Brahmanchhendia located?
Brahmanchhendia village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmanchhendia?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmanchhendia is Bramhanchhendia.
What is the pincode of Brahmanchhendia?
The pincode of Brahmanchhendia is 766015.
What is the population of Brahmanchhendia?
Brahmanchhendia has a total population of 1,253, including 617 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Brahmanchhendia?
There are 343 households in Brahmanchhendia.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmanchhendia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmanchhendia is 48.28%. Male literacy is 57.86% and female literacy is 38.99%.