Brahmaniput - Machh Kund, Koraput
Brahmaniput is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Lamtaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmaniput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmaniput is 429537. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 764081 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Brahmaniput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Brahmaniput
As per Census 2011, Brahmaniput village has a total population of 1,372 people, consisting of 678 males and 694 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmaniput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,372 | 678 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 60 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 89 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 81 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 563 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 115 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmaniput
Brahmaniput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malenga | South | 1.35 km |
| Doliguda | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Lamataput | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Potenda | South | 2.10 km |
| Sankai | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Kana | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Sindhiput | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Kangarapada | West | 2.52 km |
| Semiliguda | North | 2.74 km |
| Doragoda | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Brahmaniput
Public transport in the Brahmaniput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| 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 Koraput to Brahmaniput is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Brahmaniput is about 59 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 Brahmaniput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmaniput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmaniput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmaniput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Brahmaniput
Where is Brahmaniput located?
Brahmaniput village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmaniput?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmaniput is Lamtaput.
What is the pincode of Brahmaniput?
The pincode of Brahmaniput is 764081.
What is the population of Brahmaniput?
Brahmaniput has a total population of 1,372, including 678 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Brahmaniput?
There are 343 households in Brahmaniput.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmaniput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmaniput is 75.73%. Male literacy is 83.04% and female literacy is 68.59%.