Bhella - Komna, Nuapada
Bhella is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhella is 421879. The village covers a total geographical area of 965 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bhella 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 Bhella
As per Census 2011, Bhella village has a total population of 2,908 people, consisting of 1,454 males and 1,454 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,521 literate and 1,387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,385 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhella are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,908 | 1,454 | 1,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 196 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 528 | 274 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,385 | 672 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 1,521 | 895 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,387 | 559 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Bhella
Bhella 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 Bhella
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhella.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhella is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Bhella is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhella 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhella 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhella
Where is Bhella located?
Bhella village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhella?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhella is Bhela.
What is the pincode of Bhella?
The pincode of Bhella is 766106.
What is the population of Bhella?
Bhella has a total population of 2,908, including 1,454 males and 1,454 females.
How many households are there in Bhella?
There are 734 households in Bhella.
What is the literacy rate in Bhella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhella is 52.30%. Male literacy is 61.55% and female literacy is 43.05%.