Bhaluchuan(San) - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Bhaluchuan(San) is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Katangpapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaluchuan(San) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaluchuan(San) is 381895. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bhaluchuan(San) 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 Bhaluchuan(San)
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaluchuan(San) village had a total population of 342 people, including 177 males and 165 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.37%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 51.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 342 | 177 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 110 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 67 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaluchuan(San)
Bhaluchuan(San) 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 Bhaluchuan(San)
Public transport in the Bhaluchuan(San) 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 Bhaluchuan(San) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bhaluchuan(San) is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaluchuan(San)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaluchuan(San) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaluchuan(San)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaluchuan(San) 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 Bhaluchuan(San)
Where is Bhaluchuan(San) located?
Bhaluchuan(San) village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaluchuan(San)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaluchuan(San) is Katangpapani.
What is the pincode of Bhaluchuan(San)?
The pincode of Bhaluchuan(San) is 768107.
What is the population of Bhaluchuan(San)?
Bhaluchuan(San) had a total population of 342, including 177 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Bhaluchuan(San)?
Bhaluchuan(San) had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaluchuan(San)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaluchuan(San) was 62.37%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 51.03%.