Brahmangan - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Brahmangan is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Brahmangan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmangan is 389555. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Brahmangan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Brahmangan
As per Census 2011, Brahmangan village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 298 males and 344 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,154 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 559 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Brahmangan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 298 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 256 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 166 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 132 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmangan
Brahmangan 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 Brahmangan
Brahmangan 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 Baripada to Brahmangan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmangan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmangan 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Brahmangan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmangan 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brahmangan
Where is Brahmangan located?
Brahmangan village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahmangan?
Brahmangan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Brahmangan?
The pincode of Brahmangan is 757032.
What is the population of Brahmangan?
Brahmangan has a total population of 642, including 298 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Brahmangan?
There are 158 households in Brahmangan.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmangan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmangan is 47.66%. Male literacy is 55.70% and female literacy is 40.70%.