Brundabahal - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Brundabahal is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Brundabahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brundabahal is 423875. The village covers a total geographical area of 874 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Brundabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brundabahal
As per Census 2011, Brundabahal village has a total population of 3,868 people, consisting of 1,979 males and 1,889 females. The village has 1,005 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,226 literate and 1,642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brundabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,868 | 1,979 | 1,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 261 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 182 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,226 | 1,359 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,642 | 620 | 1,022 |
Nearby Villages of Brundabahal
Brundabahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumerbahal | East | 1.66 km |
| Babeguda | West | 2.35 km |
| Gandamehra | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Kulihariguda | East | 2.88 km |
| Dekote | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Ghutia | South | 3.78 km |
| Kermunda | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Dhamanpur | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Sargiguda | West | 4.28 km |
| Chichia | South | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brundabahal
Brundabahal 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 30.8 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 Brundabahal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Brundabahal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brundabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brundabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brundabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brundabahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brundabahal
Where is Brundabahal located?
Brundabahal village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brundabahal?
Brundabahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brundabahal?
The pincode of Brundabahal is 766016.
What is the population of Brundabahal?
Brundabahal has a total population of 3,868, including 1,979 males and 1,889 females.
How many households are there in Brundabahal?
There are 1,005 households in Brundabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Brundabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brundabahal is 57.55%. Male literacy is 68.67% and female literacy is 45.90%.