Brungijodi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Brungijodi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burungijodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brungijodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brungijodi is 416441. The village covers a total geographical area of 440 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Brungijodi 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 Brungijodi
As per Census 2011, Brungijodi village has a total population of 1,091 people, consisting of 529 males and 562 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 639 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brungijodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 529 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 639 | 324 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 315 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 214 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Brungijodi
Brungijodi 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 Brungijodi
Brungijodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Phulabani to Brungijodi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Brungijodi is about 40 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 Brungijodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brungijodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Brungijodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brungijodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brungijodi
Where is Brungijodi located?
Brungijodi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brungijodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Brungijodi is Burungijodi.
What is the pincode of Brungijodi?
The pincode of Brungijodi is 762011.
What is the population of Brungijodi?
Brungijodi has a total population of 1,091, including 529 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Brungijodi?
There are 255 households in Brungijodi.
What is the literacy rate in Brungijodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brungijodi is 49.13%. Male literacy is 59.55% and female literacy is 39.32%.