Barhamundi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Barhamundi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tiklipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhamundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhamundi is 381940. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Barhamundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhamundi
As per Census 2011, Barhamundi village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 284 males and 286 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 346 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barhamundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 284 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 179 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 105 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Barhamundi
Barhamundi 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 Barhamundi
Public transport in the Barhamundi 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 Kochinda to Barhamundi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Barhamundi is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhamundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhamundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barhamundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhamundi 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 Barhamundi
Where is Barhamundi located?
Barhamundi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barhamundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhamundi is Tiklipada.
What is the pincode of Barhamundi?
The pincode of Barhamundi is 768107.
What is the population of Barhamundi?
Barhamundi has a total population of 570, including 284 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Barhamundi?
There are 144 households in Barhamundi.
What is the literacy rate in Barhamundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhamundi is 55.79%. Male literacy is 63.03% and female literacy is 48.60%.