Bholagadia - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Bholagadia is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Lupung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholagadia is 387466. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bholagadia 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 Bholagadia
As per Census 2011, Bholagadia village has a total population of 1,077 people, consisting of 533 males and 544 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,037 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholagadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,077 | 533 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,037 | 515 | 522 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 286 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 247 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Bholagadia
Bholagadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hensadihi | North | 1.29 km |
| Lupung | West | 1.49 km |
| Kapili | South | 1.57 km |
| Baliasahi | East | 1.83 km |
| Henseldihi | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Janghia | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Dubalabeda | North | 2.40 km |
| Raibadi | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Matakamdihi | West | 2.64 km |
| Sindrighutu | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bholagadia
Bholagadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Bholagadia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bholagadia is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholagadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bholagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholagadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bholagadia
Where is Bholagadia located?
Bholagadia village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholagadia is Lupung.
What is the pincode of Bholagadia?
The pincode of Bholagadia is 757053.
What is the population of Bholagadia?
Bholagadia has a total population of 1,077, including 533 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Bholagadia?
There are 215 households in Bholagadia.
What is the literacy rate in Bholagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholagadia is 41.04%. Male literacy is 53.66% and female literacy is 28.68%.