Bhaliapani - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Bhaliapani is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tumudibandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaliapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaliapani is 416967. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Bhaliapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaliapani
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaliapani village had a total population of 244 people, including 123 males and 121 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.97%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 69 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 54 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaliapani
Bhaliapani 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 Bhaliapani
Bhaliapani 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 Bhaliapani is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bhaliapani is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaliapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaliapani 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 Bhaliapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaliapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhaliapani
Where is Bhaliapani located?
Bhaliapani village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaliapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaliapani is Tumudibandh.
What is the pincode of Bhaliapani?
The pincode of Bhaliapani is 762107.
What is the population of Bhaliapani?
Bhaliapani had a total population of 244, including 123 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Bhaliapani?
Bhaliapani had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaliapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaliapani was 58.97%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 45.10%.