Bachanaput - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Bachanaput is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachanaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachanaput is 428608. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bachanaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachanaput
According to the 2011 Census, Bachanaput village had a total population of 719 people, including 349 males and 370 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.23%, with male literacy at 69.86% and female literacy at 53.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 718.
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 | 719 | 349 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 348 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 204 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 145 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Bachanaput
Bachanaput 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 Bachanaput
Bachanaput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sunabeda to Bachanaput is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bachanaput is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachanaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachanaput 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 Bachanaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachanaput 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 Bachanaput
Where is Bachanaput located?
Bachanaput village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachanaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachanaput is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Bachanaput?
The pincode of Bachanaput is 764014.
What is the population of Bachanaput?
Bachanaput had a total population of 719, including 349 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Bachanaput?
Bachanaput had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachanaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachanaput was 61.23%. Male literacy was 69.86% and female literacy was 53.07%.