Bhabanipur - Bolagad, Khordha
Bhabanipur is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Arikama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabanipur is 406991. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhabanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabanipur
As per Census 2011, Bhabanipur village has a total population of 1,463 people, consisting of 720 males and 743 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,011 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 352 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhabanipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,463 | 720 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 174 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 180 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 545 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 175 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapileswar | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Giridharipur | North | 1.35 km |
| Sankarpur | West | 1.39 km |
| Arikama | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Gopinathapur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Kanrapur | South | 2.00 km |
| Kaduapada | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Bhagabanpur | South | 2.51 km |
| Asaraladesa | South | 2.55 km |
| Hanumantaprasad | South | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhabanipur
Bhabanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tapang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khordha to Bhabanipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Bhabanipur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhabanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabanipur 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhabanipur
Where is Bhabanipur located?
Bhabanipur village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabanipur is Arikama.
What is the pincode of Bhabanipur?
The pincode of Bhabanipur is 752066.
What is the population of Bhabanipur?
Bhabanipur has a total population of 1,463, including 720 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Bhabanipur?
There are 335 households in Bhabanipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabanipur is 69.10%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 62.72%.