Edelbeda - Bahalda, Mayurbhanj
Edelbeda is a village situated in the Bahalda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahalda and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Asana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edelbeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edelbeda is 387539. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 757042 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Edelbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edelbeda
As per Census 2011, Edelbeda village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 250 males and 249 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edelbeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 250 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 240 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 147 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 103 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Edelbeda
Edelbeda 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 Edelbeda
Public transport in the Edelbeda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Edelbeda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Edelbeda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Edelbeda is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edelbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edelbeda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Edelbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edelbeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Edelbeda
Where is Edelbeda located?
Edelbeda village is located in Bahalda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edelbeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Edelbeda is Asana.
What is the pincode of Edelbeda?
The pincode of Edelbeda is 757042.
What is the population of Edelbeda?
Edelbeda has a total population of 499, including 250 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Edelbeda?
There are 104 households in Edelbeda.
What is the literacy rate in Edelbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edelbeda is 46.49%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 34.14%.