Bhanjasara - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Bhanjasara is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Rairangpur Town and around 92 km from Baripada. Halda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanjasara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanjasara is 387658. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhanjasara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanjasara
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanjasara village had a total population of 410 people, including 215 males and 195 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.19%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 55.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
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 | 410 | 215 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 35 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 208 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 152 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 63 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanjasara
Bhanjasara 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 Bhanjasara
Public transport in the Bhanjasara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhanjasara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Bhanjasara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bhanjasara is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanjasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanjasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanjasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanjasara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhanjasara
Where is Bhanjasara located?
Bhanjasara village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhanjasara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanjasara is Halda.
What is the pincode of Bhanjasara?
The pincode of Bhanjasara is 757043.
What is the population of Bhanjasara?
Bhanjasara had a total population of 410, including 215 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Bhanjasara?
Bhanjasara had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanjasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanjasara was 70.19%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 55.87%.