Betuli - Banapur, Khordha
Betuli is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Bheteswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betuli is 408440. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Betuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betuli
According to the 2011 Census, Betuli village had a total population of 629 people, including 280 males and 349 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,246 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.33%, with male literacy at 87.45% and female literacy at 76.73%.
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 | 629 | 280 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 209 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 71 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Betuli
Betuli 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 Betuli
Betuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Betuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Betuli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Betuli is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Betuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betuli 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 Betuli
Where is Betuli located?
Betuli village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Betuli is Bheteswar.
What is the pincode of Betuli?
The pincode of Betuli is 752031.
What is the population of Betuli?
Betuli had a total population of 629, including 280 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Betuli?
Betuli had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betuli was 81.33%. Male literacy was 87.45% and female literacy was 76.73%.