Bhitara Dodanga - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Bhitara Dodanga is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Gangapur and around 84 km from Chatrapur. Sasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitara Dodanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitara Dodanga is 410699. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhitara Dodanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitara Dodanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitara Dodanga village had a total population of 270 people, including 136 males and 134 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.02%, with male literacy at 94.78% and female literacy at 77.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 270 | 136 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 27 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitara Dodanga
Bhitara Dodanga 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 Bhitara Dodanga
Bhitara Dodanga 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Bhitara Dodanga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhitara Dodanga is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitara Dodanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitara Dodanga 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 Bhitara Dodanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitara Dodanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhitara Dodanga
Where is Bhitara Dodanga located?
Bhitara Dodanga village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhitara Dodanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitara Dodanga is Sasan.
What is the pincode of Bhitara Dodanga?
The pincode of Bhitara Dodanga is 761123.
What is the population of Bhitara Dodanga?
Bhitara Dodanga had a total population of 270, including 136 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Bhitara Dodanga?
Bhitara Dodanga had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitara Dodanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitara Dodanga was 86.02%. Male literacy was 94.78% and female literacy was 77.69%.