Bhalugura - Nandapur, Koraput
Bhalugura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kasandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalugura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalugura is 429913. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhalugura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalugura
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalugura village had a total population of 41 people, including 17 males and 24 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,412 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalugura
Bhalugura 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 Bhalugura
Bhalugura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhalugura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Bhalugura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bhalugura is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalugura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalugura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalugura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalugura 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 Bhalugura
Where is Bhalugura located?
Bhalugura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhalugura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalugura is Kasandi.
What is the pincode of Bhalugura?
The pincode of Bhalugura is 764037.
What is the population of Bhalugura?
Bhalugura had a total population of 41, including 17 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Bhalugura?
Bhalugura had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalugura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalugura was 42.86%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 33.33%.