Bharandia - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Bharandia is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bharandia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharandia is 389057. The village covers a total geographical area of 621 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Bharandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharandia
As per Census 2011, Bharandia village has a total population of 1,821 people, consisting of 922 males and 899 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 1,122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,593 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharandia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,821 | 922 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 172 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,593 | 809 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 470 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 452 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Bharandia
Bharandia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asanabani | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Miriginendi | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Nundiha | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Gahandiha | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Laxmiposi | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Nischintapur | West | 3.10 km |
| Andharjhari | South | 3.35 km |
| Baunsadiha | East | 3.48 km |
| Sanakusapada | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Daunikila | North-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharandia
Bharandia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.2 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Bharandia is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bharandia is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharandia 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 Bharandia
Where is Bharandia located?
Bharandia village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharandia?
Bharandia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharandia?
The pincode of Bharandia is 757038.
What is the population of Bharandia?
Bharandia has a total population of 1,821, including 922 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Bharandia?
There are 362 households in Bharandia.
What is the literacy rate in Bharandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharandia is 38.39%. Male literacy is 50.98% and female literacy is 25.47%.