Beldangiri - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Beldangiri is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badfeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beldangiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beldangiri is 390820. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Beldangiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beldangiri
According to the 2011 Census, Beldangiri village had a total population of 391 people, including 184 males and 207 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.83%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 47.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 391 | 184 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 183 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 122 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 62 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Beldangiri
Beldangiri 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 Beldangiri
Beldangiri 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 Udala to Beldangiri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Beldangiri is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beldangiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beldangiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beldangiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beldangiri 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 Beldangiri
Where is Beldangiri located?
Beldangiri village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beldangiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Beldangiri is Badfeni.
What is the pincode of Beldangiri?
The pincode of Beldangiri is 757019.
What is the population of Beldangiri?
Beldangiri had a total population of 391, including 184 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Beldangiri?
Beldangiri had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beldangiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beldangiri was 59.83%. Male literacy was 73.94% and female literacy was 47.31%.