Bindhanaukana - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Bindhanaukana is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Brahmansahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bindhanaukana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bindhanaukana is 396044. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bindhanaukana 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 Bindhanaukana
According to the 2011 Census, Bindhanaukana village had a total population of 470 people, including 247 males and 223 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.53%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 75.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 470 | 247 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 203 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 44 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Bindhanaukana
Bindhanaukana 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 Bindhanaukana
Bindhanaukana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bindhanaukana is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Bindhanaukana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bindhanaukana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bindhanaukana 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 Bindhanaukana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bindhanaukana 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 Bindhanaukana
Where is Bindhanaukana located?
Bindhanaukana village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bindhanaukana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bindhanaukana is Brahmansahi.
What is the pincode of Bindhanaukana?
The pincode of Bindhanaukana is 754225.
What is the population of Bindhanaukana?
Bindhanaukana had a total population of 470, including 247 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Bindhanaukana?
Bindhanaukana had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bindhanaukana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bindhanaukana was 83.53%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 75.25%.