Begunia - Gop, Puri
Begunia is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bodapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begunia is 409426. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Begunia 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 Begunia
According to the 2011 Census, Begunia village had a total population of 2,391 people, including 1,281 males and 1,110 females, living in 558 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.75%, with male literacy at 86.31% and female literacy at 72.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,029.
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 | 2,391 | 1,281 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 563 | 466 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 996 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 285 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Begunia
Begunia 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 Begunia
Public transport in the Begunia 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 Konark to Begunia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Begunia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Begunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Begunia
Where is Begunia located?
Begunia village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Begunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Begunia is Bodapur.
What is the pincode of Begunia?
The pincode of Begunia is 752110.
What is the population of Begunia?
Begunia had a total population of 2,391, including 1,281 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Begunia?
Begunia had 558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begunia was 79.75%. Male literacy was 86.31% and female literacy was 72.21%.