Bedapur - Gop, Puri
Bedapur is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bodapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedapur is 409469. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bedapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedapur
As per Census 2011, Bedapur village has a total population of 2,345 people, consisting of 1,162 males and 1,183 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,800 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 511 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,162 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 246 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 1,800 | 950 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 212 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Bedapur
Bedapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golapur | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Hantasura | East | 1.05 km |
| Solapur | West | 1.30 km |
| Ogalpur | South | 1.35 km |
| Keutunga | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Mallagan | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Bankipur | West | 1.82 km |
| Badakundura | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Bhairipur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kushinga | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bedapur
Public transport in the Bedapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Konark to Bedapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bedapur 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 Bedapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bedapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedapur 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 Bedapur
Where is Bedapur located?
Bedapur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedapur is Bodapur.
What is the pincode of Bedapur?
The pincode of Bedapur is 752110.
What is the population of Bedapur?
Bedapur has a total population of 2,345, including 1,162 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Bedapur?
There are 533 households in Bedapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bedapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedapur is 76.76%. Male literacy is 81.76% and female literacy is 71.85%.