Bhhanpada - Gop, Puri
Bhhanpada is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Boulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhhanpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhhanpada is 409412. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bhhanpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhhanpada
As per Census 2011, Bhhanpada village has a total population of 933 people, consisting of 480 males and 453 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhhanpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 | 480 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 729 | 398 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 82 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bhhanpada
Bhhanpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pindol. | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Barimunda | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Baulanga | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Simuli | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Otarasasan | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Korual | South | 1.64 km |
| Banahara | East | 1.80 km |
| Kanti | West | 1.83 km |
| Durgeswar | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Manapada | North-West | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhhanpada
Bhhanpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Bhhanpada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bhhanpada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhhanpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhhanpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhhanpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhhanpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhhanpada
Where is Bhhanpada located?
Bhhanpada village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhhanpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhhanpada is Boulanga.
What is the pincode of Bhhanpada?
The pincode of Bhhanpada is 752107.
What is the population of Bhhanpada?
Bhhanpada has a total population of 933, including 480 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Bhhanpada?
There are 218 households in Bhhanpada.
What is the literacy rate in Bhhanpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhhanpada is 78.14%. Male literacy is 82.92% and female literacy is 73.07%.