Bhanupur - Gopabandhunagar, Mayurbhanj
Bhanupur is a village situated in the Gopabandhunagar tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Khunta and around 49 km from Baripada. Sainkula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanupur is 390970. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhanupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanupur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanupur village had a total population of 415 people, including 213 males and 202 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.28%, with male literacy at 65.93% and female literacy at 60.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 415 | 213 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 93 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanupur
Bhanupur 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 Bhanupur
Bhanupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Udala to Bhanupur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bhanupur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhanupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanupur 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 Bhanupur
Where is Bhanupur located?
Bhanupur village is located in Gopabandhunagar Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhanupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanupur is Sainkula.
What is the pincode of Bhanupur?
The pincode of Bhanupur is 757019.
What is the population of Bhanupur?
Bhanupur had a total population of 415, including 213 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Bhanupur?
Bhanupur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanupur was 63.28%. Male literacy was 65.93% and female literacy was 60.47%.