Brahmani - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Brahmani is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from Charamal and around 54 km from Sambalpur. Mochibahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahmani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahmani is 382283. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Brahmani 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 Brahmani
According to the 2011 Census, Brahmani village had a total population of 166 people, including 90 males and 76 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.16%, with male literacy at 25.68% and female literacy at 12.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 71 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Brahmani
Brahmani 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 Brahmani
Public transport in the Brahmani 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 Brahmani is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Brahmani is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brahmani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahmani 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 Brahmani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahmani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brahmani
Where is Brahmani located?
Brahmani village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Brahmani?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahmani is Mochibahal.
What is the pincode of Brahmani?
The pincode of Brahmani is 768105.
What is the population of Brahmani?
Brahmani had a total population of 166, including 90 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Brahmani?
Brahmani had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahmani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahmani was 20.16%. Male literacy was 25.68% and female literacy was 12.73%.