Bidurabanka - Brahmagiri, Puri
Bidurabanka is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Manapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidurabanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidurabanka is 409960. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bidurabanka 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 Bidurabanka
According to the 2011 Census, Bidurabanka village had a total population of 774 people, including 400 males and 374 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.52%, with male literacy at 95.26% and female literacy at 81.36%.
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 | 774 | 400 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 342 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 58 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Bidurabanka
Bidurabanka 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 Bidurabanka
Public transport in the Bidurabanka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bidurabanka is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bidurabanka is about 26 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 Bidurabanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidurabanka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bidurabanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidurabanka 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 Bidurabanka
Where is Bidurabanka located?
Bidurabanka village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidurabanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidurabanka is Manapada.
What is the pincode of Bidurabanka?
The pincode of Bidurabanka is 752011.
What is the population of Bidurabanka?
Bidurabanka had a total population of 774, including 400 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Bidurabanka?
Bidurabanka had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bidurabanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidurabanka was 88.52%. Male literacy was 95.26% and female literacy was 81.36%.