Begunia - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Begunia is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Durdura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begunia is 388472. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 757091 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Begunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Begunia
According to the 2011 Census, Begunia village had a total population of 791 people, including 385 males and 406 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.03%, with male literacy at 63.89% and female literacy at 40.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 543.
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 | 791 | 385 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 543 | 271 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 207 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 178 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Begunia
Begunia 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 Begunia
Begunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Karanjia to Begunia is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Begunia is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Begunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begunia 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 Begunia
Where is Begunia located?
Begunia village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Begunia is Durdura.
What is the pincode of Begunia?
The pincode of Begunia is 757091.
What is the population of Begunia?
Begunia had a total population of 791, including 385 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Begunia?
Begunia had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begunia was 52.03%. Male literacy was 63.89% and female literacy was 40.76%.