Bajrakote - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Bajrakote is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bajrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajrakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajrakote is 410224. The village covers a total geographical area of 658 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bajrakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajrakote
As per Census 2011, Bajrakote village has a total population of 1,836 people, consisting of 942 males and 894 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,342 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajrakote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,836 | 942 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 240 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 742 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 200 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Bajrakote
Bajrakote 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 Bajrakote
Bajrakote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Brahmapur to Bajrakote is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bajrakote is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajrakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajrakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bajrakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajrakote 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 Bajrakote
Where is Bajrakote located?
Bajrakote village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajrakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajrakote is Bajrakot.
What is the pincode of Bajrakote?
The pincode of Bajrakote is 752032.
What is the population of Bajrakote?
Bajrakote has a total population of 1,836, including 942 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Bajrakote?
There are 395 households in Bajrakote.
What is the literacy rate in Bajrakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajrakote is 73.09%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 67.11%.