Bichhakhani - Barkot, Deogarh
Bichhakhani is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Barkot and around 55 km from Debagarh. Raitabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichhakhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhakhani is 382997. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Bichhakhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bichhakhani
Bichhakhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asananali | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Majhichakundapal | East | 1.60 km |
| Similibahal | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Jarichakundapal | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Puipani | North | 2.77 km |
| Goudnali | North | 2.78 km |
| Sunapasi | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Basalai | West | 3.24 km |
| Nuagoudsuguda | East | 3.94 km |
| Mayapur | West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichhakhani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bichhakhani. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Bichhakhani is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Bichhakhani is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhakhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhakhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhakhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhakhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichhakhani
Where is Bichhakhani located?
Bichhakhani village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichhakhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichhakhani is Raitabahal.
What is the pincode of Bichhakhani?
The pincode of Bichhakhani is 768110.