Bamunigan - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Bamunigan is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Brahmanigaon and around 140 km from Phulbani. Bamunigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamunigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamunigan is 417316. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Bamunigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamunigan
As per Census 2011, Bamunigan village has a total population of 3,008 people, consisting of 1,549 males and 1,459 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,265 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamunigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,008 | 1,549 | 1,459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 107 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 139 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 2,265 | 1,277 | 988 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 272 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Bamunigan
Bamunigan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alanjori | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Kiramaha | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Danjaraba | South | 2.63 km |
| Baliganda | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Poiguda | North | 3.05 km |
| Nuagan | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Jhinjiriguda | East | 3.34 km |
| Danigaon | South | 3.54 km |
| Kadamba | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Bitikura | South-East | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamunigan
Bamunigan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Muniguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 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 Digapahandi to Bamunigan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bamunigan is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamunigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamunigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamunigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamunigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamunigan
Where is Bamunigan located?
Bamunigan village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamunigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamunigan is Bamunigam.
What is the pincode of Bamunigan?
The pincode of Bamunigan is 762021.
What is the population of Bamunigan?
Bamunigan has a total population of 3,008, including 1,549 males and 1,459 females.
How many households are there in Bamunigan?
There are 609 households in Bamunigan.
What is the literacy rate in Bamunigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamunigan is 75.30%. Male literacy is 82.44% and female literacy is 67.72%.