Bholbeda Village - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Bholbeda is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Luhakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholbeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholbeda is 388062. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 757048 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bholbeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholbeda
As per Census 2011, Bholbeda village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 404 males and 416 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholbeda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 404 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 295 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 109 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Bholbeda
Bholbeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handifuta | South | 1.15 km |
| Satsul | East | 1.30 km |
| Dumuria | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Madhupur | North | 1.58 km |
| Luhakani | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Ektali | West | 1.81 km |
| Jamudali | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Laxmiposi | East | 2.38 km |
| Deodang | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Luhamalia | South-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bholbeda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bholbeda. The nearest railway station is Kuldiha, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Bholbeda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bholbeda is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholbeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholbeda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bholbeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholbeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bholbeda
Where is Bholbeda located?
Bholbeda village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholbeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholbeda is Luhakani.
What is the pincode of Bholbeda?
The pincode of Bholbeda is 757048.
What is the population of Bholbeda?
Bholbeda has a total population of 820, including 404 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Bholbeda?
There are 221 households in Bholbeda.
What is the literacy rate in Bholbeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholbeda is 58.29%. Male literacy is 73.02% and female literacy is 43.99%.