Bhansara - Delanga, Puri
Bhansara is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Harirajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhansara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhansara is 408537. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 752060 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhansara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhansara
As per Census 2011, Bhansara village has a total population of 2,059 people, consisting of 1,051 males and 1,008 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,480 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 997 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhansara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,051 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 109 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 997 | 507 | 490 |
| Literate Population | 1,480 | 836 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 215 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Bhansara
Bhansara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basumandal | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Harirajpur | West | 1.07 km |
| Owaupada | East | 1.32 km |
| Surangapur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Baratarada | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Gonthala | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Singhaberahampur Purbabad | South | 2.12 km |
| Singhbrahmapur Paschimbar | South | 2.17 km |
| Majhibara | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Maligan | South-East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhansara
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bhansara. The nearest railway station is Haripur Gram, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Bhansara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bhansara 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 Bhansara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhansara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhansara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhansara 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhansara
Where is Bhansara located?
Bhansara village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhansara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhansara is Harirajpur.
What is the pincode of Bhansara?
The pincode of Bhansara is 752060.
What is the population of Bhansara?
Bhansara has a total population of 2,059, including 1,051 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Bhansara?
There are 442 households in Bhansara.
What is the literacy rate in Bhansara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhansara is 71.88%. Male literacy is 79.54% and female literacy is 63.89%.