Bhenkatapalli - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Bhenkatapalli is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Venkatapallam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhenkatapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhenkatapalli is 430990. The village covers a total geographical area of 709 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhenkatapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhenkatapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Bhenkatapalli village had a total population of 977 people, including 495 males and 482 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.00%, with male literacy at 68.20% and female literacy at 45.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 977 | 495 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 161 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 281 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 214 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Bhenkatapalli
Bhenkatapalli 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 Bhenkatapalli
Bhenkatapalli 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Bhenkatapalli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bhenkatapalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhenkatapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhenkatapalli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhenkatapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhenkatapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhenkatapalli
Where is Bhenkatapalli located?
Bhenkatapalli village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhenkatapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhenkatapalli is Venkatapallam.
What is the pincode of Bhenkatapalli?
The pincode of Bhenkatapalli is 764086.
What is the population of Bhenkatapalli?
Bhenkatapalli had a total population of 977, including 495 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Bhenkatapalli?
Bhenkatapalli had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhenkatapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhenkatapalli was 57.00%. Male literacy was 68.20% and female literacy was 45.52%.