Betajharan - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Betajharan is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kisinda and around 120 km from Sambalpur. Ballam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betajharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betajharan is 382103. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Betajharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betajharan
As per Census 2011, Betajharan village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 128 males and 114 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betajharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 105 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 23 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Betajharan
Betajharan 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 Betajharan
Betajharan 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Betajharan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Betajharan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betajharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betajharan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Betajharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betajharan 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 Betajharan
Where is Betajharan located?
Betajharan village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betajharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Betajharan is Ballam.
What is the pincode of Betajharan?
The pincode of Betajharan is 768106.
What is the population of Betajharan?
Betajharan has a total population of 242, including 128 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Betajharan?
There are 52 households in Betajharan.
What is the literacy rate in Betajharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betajharan is 76.03%. Male literacy is 82.03% and female literacy is 69.30%.