Bahalmunda - Komna, Nuapada
Bahalmunda is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Konabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahalmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahalmunda is 421900. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bahalmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahalmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Bahalmunda village had a total population of 520 people, including 259 males and 261 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.84%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 27.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 259 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 80 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 132 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 127 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Bahalmunda
Bahalmunda 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 Bahalmunda
Public transport in the Bahalmunda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bahalmunda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Bahalmunda is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahalmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahalmunda 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 Bahalmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahalmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahalmunda
Where is Bahalmunda located?
Bahalmunda village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bahalmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahalmunda is Konabira.
What is the pincode of Bahalmunda?
The pincode of Bahalmunda is 766106.
What is the population of Bahalmunda?
Bahalmunda had a total population of 520, including 259 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Bahalmunda?
Bahalmunda had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahalmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahalmunda was 43.84%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 27.52%.