Bhogada - Tigiria, Cuttack
Bhogada is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Bhogada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhogada is 399013. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 754035 pincode. Nuapatna is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhogada 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 Bhogada
According to the 2011 Census, Bhogada village had a total population of 777 people, including 393 males and 384 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.35%, with male literacy at 86.07% and female literacy at 70.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 777 | 393 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 309 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 84 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bhogada
Bhogada 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 Bhogada
Bhogada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhogada is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Bhogada 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 Bhogada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhogada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhogada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhogada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhogada
Where is Bhogada located?
Bhogada village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhogada?
Bhogada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhogada?
The pincode of Bhogada is 754035.
What is the population of Bhogada?
Bhogada had a total population of 777, including 393 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Bhogada?
Bhogada had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhogada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhogada was 78.35%. Male literacy was 86.07% and female literacy was 70.26%.