Bhantigram - Nimapada, Puri
Bhantigram is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Salanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhantigram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhantigram is 409034. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhantigram 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 Bhantigram
According to the 2011 Census, Bhantigram village had a total population of 668 people, including 346 males and 322 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.53%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 71.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 668 | 346 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 248 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 98 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Bhantigram
Bhantigram 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 Bhantigram
Bhantigram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Bhantigram is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bhantigram 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 Bhantigram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhantigram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhantigram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhantigram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhantigram
Where is Bhantigram located?
Bhantigram village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhantigram?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhantigram is Salanga.
What is the pincode of Bhantigram?
The pincode of Bhantigram is 752106.
What is the population of Bhantigram?
Bhantigram had a total population of 668, including 346 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Bhantigram?
Bhantigram had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhantigram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhantigram was 77.53%. Male literacy was 83.50% and female literacy was 71.12%.