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
As per Census 2011, Begunia village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,281 males and 1,110 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begunia are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,391, including 1,281 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Begunia?
There are 558 households in Begunia.
What is the literacy rate in Begunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begunia is 71.98%. Male literacy is 77.75% and female literacy is 65.32%.