Bhanja Prasad - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Bhanja Prasad is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Talachua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanja Prasad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanja Prasad is 395778. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bhanja Prasad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanja Prasad
As per Census 2011, Bhanja Prasad village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 141 males and 135 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanja Prasad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 115 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanja Prasad
Bhanja Prasad 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 Bhanja Prasad
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bhanja Prasad.
| 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 Pattamundai to Bhanja Prasad is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Bhanja Prasad is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanja Prasad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanja Prasad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanja Prasad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanja Prasad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhanja Prasad
Where is Bhanja Prasad located?
Bhanja Prasad village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanja Prasad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanja Prasad is Talachua.
What is the pincode of Bhanja Prasad?
The pincode of Bhanja Prasad is 754248.
What is the population of Bhanja Prasad?
Bhanja Prasad has a total population of 276, including 141 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Bhanja Prasad?
There are 48 households in Bhanja Prasad.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanja Prasad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanja Prasad is 75.00%. Male literacy is 81.56% and female literacy is 68.15%.