Bakepanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Bakepanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Gochhapada and around 33 km from Phulbani. Solaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakepanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakepanga is 415167. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bakepanga 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 Bakepanga
As per Census 2011, Bakepanga village has a total population of 205 people, consisting of 98 males and 107 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakepanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 205 | 98 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Bakepanga
Bakepanga 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 Bakepanga
Bakepanga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Bakepanga is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bakepanga is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakepanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakepanga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakepanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakepanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakepanga
Where is Bakepanga located?
Bakepanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakepanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakepanga is Solaguda.
What is the pincode of Bakepanga?
The pincode of Bakepanga is 762002.
What is the population of Bakepanga?
Bakepanga has a total population of 205, including 98 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Bakepanga?
There are 54 households in Bakepanga.
What is the literacy rate in Bakepanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakepanga is 41.95%. Male literacy is 48.98% and female literacy is 35.51%.