Bichhana - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Bichhana is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Karla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhana is 380837. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bichhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichhana
According to the 2011 Census, Bichhana village had a total population of 129 people, including 58 males and 71 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,224 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.77%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 129 | 58 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 15 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhana
Bichhana 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 Bichhana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bichhana.
| 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 Bargarh to Bichhana is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhana 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 Bichhana
Where is Bichhana located?
Bichhana village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhana is Karla.
What is the pincode of Bichhana?
The pincode of Bichhana is 768052.
What is the population of Bichhana?
Bichhana had a total population of 129, including 58 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Bichhana?
Bichhana had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhana was 74.77%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 66.67%.