Beheramal - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Beheramal is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dumabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beheramal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beheramal is 383685. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Beheramal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beheramal
According to the 2011 Census, Beheramal village had a total population of 200 people, including 103 males and 97 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.40%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 59.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 32 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Beheramal
Beheramal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bichhuabahal | North | 1.06 km |
| Mahulpali | South | 1.18 km |
| Bardihi | North | 1.86 km |
| Dumabahal | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Saletikra | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Telendihi | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Luthurkend | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Deuldihi | North | 3.18 km |
| Bindujharia | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Bairagibahal | East | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beheramal
Public transport in the Beheramal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Beheramal is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Beheramal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beheramal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beheramal 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Beheramal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beheramal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beheramal
Where is Beheramal located?
Beheramal village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beheramal?
The Gram Panchayat of Beheramal is Dumabahal.
What is the pincode of Beheramal?
The pincode of Beheramal is 770012.
What is the population of Beheramal?
Beheramal had a total population of 200, including 103 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Beheramal?
Beheramal had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beheramal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beheramal was 67.40%. Male literacy was 74.74% and female literacy was 59.30%.