Bhatabandha - Nimapada, Puri
Bhatabandha is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Chanrapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatabandha is 408895. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bhatabandha 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 Bhatabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatabandha village had a total population of 1,347 people, including 685 males and 662 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.75%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 76.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 428.
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 | 1,347 | 685 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 214 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 564 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 121 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatabandha
Bhatabandha 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 Bhatabandha
Bhatabandha 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 >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 Nimapada to Bhatabandha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bhatabandha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatabandha 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatabandha
Where is Bhatabandha located?
Bhatabandha village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhatabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatabandha is Chanrapada.
What is the pincode of Bhatabandha?
The pincode of Bhatabandha is 752106.
What is the population of Bhatabandha?
Bhatabandha had a total population of 1,347, including 685 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Bhatabandha?
Bhatabandha had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatabandha was 83.75%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 76.05%.