Bamini Village - Boriguma, Koraput
Bamini is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Anchala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamini is 428252. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Bamini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamini
As per Census 2011, Bamini village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 361 males and 366 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 497 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamini are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 361 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 497 | 250 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 222 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 139 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Bamini
Bamini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darpaguda | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Budrapara | West | 1.88 km |
| Dangriguda | East | 2.23 km |
| Baiparibhata | South | 2.27 km |
| Barkona | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Batibeda | South | 2.41 km |
| Taraguda | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Khadaka | North | 3.56 km |
| Birisadi | South | 3.59 km |
| Samarathaguda | North-West | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamini
Public transport in the Bamini is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Bamini is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bamini is about 51 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 Bamini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamini 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bamini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamini 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bamini
Where is Bamini located?
Bamini village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamini?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamini is Anchala.
What is the pincode of Bamini?
The pincode of Bamini is 764056.
What is the population of Bamini?
Bamini has a total population of 727, including 361 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Bamini?
There are 176 households in Bamini.
What is the literacy rate in Bamini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamini is 44.70%. Male literacy is 61.50% and female literacy is 28.14%.