Beheda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Beheda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Umarkote and around 75 km from Nabarangapur . Beheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beheda is 427317. The village covers a total geographical area of 1480 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Beheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beheda
As per Census 2011, Beheda village has a total population of 5,207 people, consisting of 2,585 males and 2,622 females. The village has 1,070 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 3,567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,938 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,207 | 2,585 | 2,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,104 | 540 | 564 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 294 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,938 | 1,950 | 1,988 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 1,042 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,567 | 1,543 | 2,024 |
Nearby Villages of Beheda
Beheda 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 Beheda
Beheda 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 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 Beheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Beheda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Beheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beheda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beheda
Where is Beheda located?
Beheda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beheda?
Beheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beheda?
The pincode of Beheda is 764073.
What is the population of Beheda?
Beheda has a total population of 5,207, including 2,585 males and 2,622 females.
How many households are there in Beheda?
There are 1,070 households in Beheda.
What is the literacy rate in Beheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beheda is 31.50%. Male literacy is 40.31% and female literacy is 22.81%.