Bhojpur - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Bhojpur is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Chandahandi and around 140 km from Nabarangapur . Malgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhojpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojpur is 427450. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Bhojpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhojpur
As per Census 2011, Bhojpur village has a total population of 631 people, consisting of 315 males and 316 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhojpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 631 | 315 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 195 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 120 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojpur
Bhojpur 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 Bhojpur
Bhojpur 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 | 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 Umarkote to Bhojpur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Bhojpur is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhojpur
Where is Bhojpur located?
Bhojpur village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhojpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhojpur is Malgam.
What is the pincode of Bhojpur?
The pincode of Bhojpur is 764077.
What is the population of Bhojpur?
Bhojpur has a total population of 631, including 315 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Bhojpur?
There are 168 households in Bhojpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojpur is 51.35%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 40.82%.