Bhatapani - Kundura, Koraput
Bhatapani is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. P Hulabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatapani is 429161. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhatapani 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 Bhatapani
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatapani village had a total population of 185 people, including 91 males and 94 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.85%, with male literacy at 6.45% and female literacy at 1.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 87 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatapani
Bhatapani 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 Bhatapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhatapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sunabeda to Bhatapani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bhatapani is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatapani 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 Bhatapani
Where is Bhatapani located?
Bhatapani village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatapani is P Hulabhata.
What is the pincode of Bhatapani?
The pincode of Bhatapani is 764002.
What is the population of Bhatapani?
Bhatapani had a total population of 185, including 91 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Bhatapani?
Bhatapani had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatapani was 3.85%. Male literacy was 6.45% and female literacy was 1.47%.