Bhatapada - Banapur, Khordha
Bhatapada is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Damiabarabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatapada is 408390. The village covers a total geographical area of 515 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhatapada 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 Bhatapada
As per Census 2011, Bhatapada village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 103 males and 111 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 103 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 90 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 20 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatapada
Bhatapada 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 Bhatapada
Public transport in the Bhatapada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Bhatapada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Bhatapada is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatapada 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 Bhatapada
Where is Bhatapada located?
Bhatapada village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatapada is Damiabarabara.
What is the pincode of Bhatapada?
The pincode of Bhatapada is 752031.
What is the population of Bhatapada?
Bhatapada has a total population of 214, including 103 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Bhatapada?
There are 47 households in Bhatapada.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatapada is 71.96%. Male literacy is 80.58% and female literacy is 63.96%.