Brahmankhandi - Balipatna, Khordha
Brahmankhandi is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Guapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmankhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmankhandi is 407647. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Brahmankhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brahmankhandi
As per Census 2011, Brahmankhandi village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 79 males and 77 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmankhandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 63 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 16 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmankhandi
Brahmankhandi 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 Brahmankhandi
Brahmankhandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Brahmankhandi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Brahmankhandi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmankhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmankhandi 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 Brahmankhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmankhandi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brahmankhandi
Where is Brahmankhandi located?
Brahmankhandi village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmankhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmankhandi is Guapur.
What is the pincode of Brahmankhandi?
The pincode of Brahmankhandi is 752102.
What is the population of Brahmankhandi?
Brahmankhandi has a total population of 156, including 79 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Brahmankhandi?
There are 33 households in Brahmankhandi.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmankhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmankhandi is 72.44%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 64.94%.