Bhagabanpur - Brahmagiri, Puri
Bhagabanpur is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Manika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhagabanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagabanpur is 410059. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 752010 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bhagabanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhagabanpur
As per Census 2011, Bhagabanpur village has a total population of 1,609 people, consisting of 830 males and 779 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhagabanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,609 | 830 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 86 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 667 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 163 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagabanpur
Bhagabanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rameswarapur | East | 1.42 km |
| Siara | North | 2.26 km |
| Padanapur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Panasapada | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Arakhakuda | East | 2.82 km |
| Gangadharapur | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Pirijipur | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Gorapur | West | 3.92 km |
| Anandapur | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Chandramara | South-West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhagabanpur
Bhagabanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muketashwar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puri to Bhagabanpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bhagabanpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagabanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagabanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhagabanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagabanpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhagabanpur
Where is Bhagabanpur located?
Bhagabanpur village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhagabanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhagabanpur is Manika.
What is the pincode of Bhagabanpur?
The pincode of Bhagabanpur is 752010.
What is the population of Bhagabanpur?
Bhagabanpur has a total population of 1,609, including 830 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Bhagabanpur?
There are 343 households in Bhagabanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagabanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagabanpur is 71.22%. Male literacy is 80.36% and female literacy is 61.49%.