Bhandarikula - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj

Bhandarikula is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Barsahi and around 35 km from Baripada. Paunsia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandarikula village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandarikula is 390634. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.

Bhandarikula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Bhandarikula

According to the 2011 Census, Bhandarikula village had a total population of 651 people, including 322 males and 329 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.73%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 508.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Bhandarikula

Bhandarikula 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Bhandarikula

Bhandarikula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Bhandarikula is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bhandarikula is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Bhandarikula

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandarikula village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Bhandarikula

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandarikula village are given below:

FAQs about Bhandarikula