Bhejia - Tigiria, Cuttack
Bhejia is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Bhogada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhejia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhejia is 398987. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049 hectares and falls under the 754035 pincode. Nuapatna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhejia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhejia
As per Census 2011, Bhejia village has a total population of 1,009 people, consisting of 537 males and 472 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 476 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhejia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 537 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 151 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 476 | 250 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 347 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 190 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Bhejia
Bhejia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gokarna Khal | South | 2.08 km |
| Pankal | South | 2.29 km |
| Budhapanka | West | 2.45 km |
| Karadapalli | East | 2.65 km |
| Biriput | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Baneswarpada | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Abhimanpur | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Gojapada | West | 3.93 km |
| Basudevpur | South | 3.94 km |
| Haridapasi | North | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhejia
Bhejia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shyama Charanpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| 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 Nuapatna to Bhejia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Bhejia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhejia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhejia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhejia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhejia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhejia
Where is Bhejia located?
Bhejia village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhejia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhejia is Bhogada.
What is the pincode of Bhejia?
The pincode of Bhejia is 754035.
What is the population of Bhejia?
Bhejia has a total population of 1,009, including 537 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Bhejia?
There are 245 households in Bhejia.
What is the literacy rate in Bhejia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhejia is 55.10%. Male literacy is 64.62% and female literacy is 44.28%.