Bilaigad - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Bilaigad is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ruchida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilaigad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaigad is 380801. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bilaigad 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 Bilaigad
As per Census 2011, Bilaigad village has a total population of 541 people, consisting of 263 males and 278 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilaigad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 263 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 41 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 223 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 40 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaigad
Bilaigad 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 Bilaigad
Bilaigad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bilaigad is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaigad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaigad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bilaigad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaigad 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 Bilaigad
Where is Bilaigad located?
Bilaigad village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilaigad?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilaigad is Ruchida.
What is the pincode of Bilaigad?
The pincode of Bilaigad is 768045.
What is the population of Bilaigad?
Bilaigad has a total population of 541, including 263 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Bilaigad?
There are 127 households in Bilaigad.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaigad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaigad is 81.52%. Male literacy is 84.79% and female literacy is 78.42%.