Bhanga - Barbil, Keonjhar
Bhanga is a village situated in the Barbil tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Joda and around 56 km from Kendujhar. Badakalimati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanga is 385327. The village falls under the 758038 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bhanga
Bhanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bholabeda | East | 1.88 km |
| Jalahari | West | 2.62 km |
| Jajanga (ct) | South | 2.99 km |
| Jaroli | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Baitarani R.f. | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Kamalpur | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Bandhuabeda | South | 5.25 km |
| Chamakpur | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Kanakana | South-East | 5.32 km |
| Gugudari | East | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhanga. The nearest railway station is Jaroli, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Bhanga is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanga 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 Bhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanga 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 Bhanga
Where is Bhanga located?
Bhanga village is located in Barbil Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanga is Badakalimati.
What is the pincode of Bhanga?
The pincode of Bhanga is 758038.