Bharatchandrapur - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj
Bharatchandrapur is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Barsahi and around 27 km from Baripada. Bireswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharatchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharatchandrapur is 390668. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bharatchandrapur 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 Bharatchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bharatchandrapur village had a total population of 462 people, including 239 males and 223 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.75%, with male literacy at 66.36% and female literacy at 50.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 462 | 239 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 160 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 144 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 95 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bharatchandrapur
Bharatchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guabehera | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Chhelia(b) | East | 1.37 km |
| Gajadi Damodarpur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Pundal | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Belpalsamilpurunapani | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Dhanpota | North | 1.83 km |
| Rangadiha | South | 1.92 km |
| Barudihi | East | 2.04 km |
| Dhanasahi | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Badasahi | South-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharatchandrapur
Bharatchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Bharatchandrapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharatchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharatchandrapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharatchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharatchandrapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharatchandrapur
Where is Bharatchandrapur located?
Bharatchandrapur village is located in Badasahi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharatchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharatchandrapur is Bireswarpur.
What is the pincode of Bharatchandrapur?
The pincode of Bharatchandrapur is 757026.
What is the population of Bharatchandrapur?
Bharatchandrapur had a total population of 462, including 239 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Bharatchandrapur?
Bharatchandrapur had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharatchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharatchandrapur was 58.75%. Male literacy was 66.36% and female literacy was 50.50%.