Bantugram - Nimapada, Puri
Bantugram is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Miteipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bantugram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bantugram is 408900. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bantugram 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 Bantugram
As per Census 2011, Bantugram village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 252 males and 257 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bantugram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 252 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 98 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 215 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 37 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bantugram
Bantugram 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 Bantugram
Public transport in the Bantugram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bantugram is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bantugram is about 48 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 Bantugram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bantugram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bantugram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bantugram 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bantugram
Where is Bantugram located?
Bantugram village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bantugram?
The Gram Panchayat of Bantugram is Miteipur.
What is the pincode of Bantugram?
The pincode of Bantugram is 752106.
What is the population of Bantugram?
Bantugram has a total population of 509, including 252 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Bantugram?
There are 119 households in Bantugram.
What is the literacy rate in Bantugram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantugram is 78.59%. Male literacy is 85.32% and female literacy is 71.98%.