Bhaosil - Komna, Nuapada
Bhaosil is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Soseng serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaosil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaosil is 421792. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bhaosil 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 Bhaosil
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaosil village had a total population of 201 people, including 101 males and 100 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.05%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 50.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 72 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 29 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaosil
Bhaosil 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 Bhaosil
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhaosil.
| 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 Bhaosil is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Bhaosil is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaosil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaosil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaosil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaosil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhaosil
Where is Bhaosil located?
Bhaosil village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaosil?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaosil is Soseng.
What is the pincode of Bhaosil?
The pincode of Bhaosil is 766106.
What is the population of Bhaosil?
Bhaosil had a total population of 201, including 101 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Bhaosil?
Bhaosil had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaosil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaosil was 68.05%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 50.59%.