Bijamal - Padampur, Bargarh
Bijamal is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Burden and around 90 km from Bargarh. Dahita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijamal is 380028. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 768036 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bijamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijamal
According to the 2011 Census, Bijamal village had a total population of 586 people, including 299 males and 287 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.85%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 69.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 586 | 299 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 199 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 100 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Bijamal
Bijamal 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 Bijamal
Bijamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Padmapur to Bijamal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Bijamal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijamal 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 Bijamal
Where is Bijamal located?
Bijamal village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijamal is Dahita.
What is the pincode of Bijamal?
The pincode of Bijamal is 768036.
What is the population of Bijamal?
Bijamal had a total population of 586, including 299 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Bijamal?
Bijamal had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijamal was 74.85%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 69.11%.