Bedangpaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Bedangpaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pirikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedangpaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedangpaju is 415629. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bedangpaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedangpaju
According to the 2011 Census, Bedangpaju village had a total population of 458 people, including 227 males and 231 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.32%, with male literacy at 84.39% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 227 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 150 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 173 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 54 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Bedangpaju
Bedangpaju is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bedangpaju
Bedangpaju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Bedangpaju is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bedangpaju is about 12 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 Bedangpaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedangpaju 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bedangpaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedangpaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bedangpaju
Where is Bedangpaju located?
Bedangpaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedangpaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedangpaju is Pirikudi.
What is the pincode of Bedangpaju?
The pincode of Bedangpaju is 762012.
What is the population of Bedangpaju?
Bedangpaju had a total population of 458, including 227 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Bedangpaju?
Bedangpaju had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedangpaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedangpaju was 69.32%. Male literacy was 84.39% and female literacy was 54.55%.