Bherumal - Boden, Nuapada
Bherumal is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Farsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherumal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherumal is 422110. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bherumal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bherumal
As per Census 2011, Bherumal village has a total population of 203 people, consisting of 100 males and 103 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bherumal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 100 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 65 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 35 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bherumal
Bherumal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jugarajpur | West | 0.96 km |
| Bhimapadar | East | 0.97 km |
| Salepada | North | 2.30 km |
| Uparpita | East | 2.81 km |
| Kenduguda | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Rokal | South | 3.02 km |
| Kamalamal | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Ambaguda | West | 3.38 km |
| Sunapur | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Lanji | North-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bherumal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bherumal. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Bherumal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Bherumal is about 90 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 Bherumal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherumal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bherumal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherumal 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 Bherumal
Where is Bherumal located?
Bherumal village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bherumal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherumal is Farsara.
What is the pincode of Bherumal?
The pincode of Bherumal is 766111.
What is the population of Bherumal?
Bherumal has a total population of 203, including 100 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Bherumal?
There are 45 households in Bherumal.
What is the literacy rate in Bherumal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherumal is 50.74%. Male literacy is 65.00% and female literacy is 36.89%.