Bontla - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bontla is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bontla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bontla is 425137. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 765002 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bontla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bontla
As per Census 2011, Bontla village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 92 males and 87 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bontla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 85 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bontla
Bontla 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 Bontla
Public transport in the Bontla 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 Gudari to Bontla is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bontla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bontla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bontla 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bontla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bontla 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 Bontla
Where is Bontla located?
Bontla village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bontla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bontla is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Bontla?
The pincode of Bontla is 765002.
What is the population of Bontla?
Bontla has a total population of 179, including 92 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Bontla?
There are 32 households in Bontla.
What is the literacy rate in Bontla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bontla is 4.47%. Male literacy is 7.61% and female literacy is 1.15%.