Bhishmagiri
Bhishmagiri is a village located in Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Digapahandi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Bhismagitri is the gram panchayat of Bhishmagiri village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhishmagiri unique in its vibrant Digapahandi-Ganjam region. You’ll see Bhishmagiri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhishmagiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhishmagiri is 412729. The village spans a total geographical area of 970 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761055. Digapahandi is nearest town to Bhishmagiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Bhishmagiri
Population of Bhishmagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Bhishmagiri has a total population of about 6,914, with approximately 3,544 males and 3,370 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 837 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,076 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.94%, with male literacy at about 63.97% and female literacy near 47.51%. There are around 1,479 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhishmagiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,914 | 3,544 | 3,370 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 837 | 445 | 392 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,076 | 546 | 530 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
Literate Population | 3,868 | 2,267 | 1,601 |
Illiterate Population | 3,046 | 1,277 | 1,769 |
Connectivity of Bhishmagiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhishmagiri. As per the 2011 stats, Bhishmagiri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhishmagiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhishmagiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhishmagiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhishmagiri
- Where is Bhishmagiri located?
- Bhishmagiri village is situated in Digapahandi Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhishmagiri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhishmagiri is Bhismagitri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhishmagiri?
- The pincode of Bhishmagiri is 761055, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhishmagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhishmagiri is 6,914, with 3,544 males and 3,370 females.
- How many households are there in Bhishmagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhishmagiri village has a total of 1,479 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhishmagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhishmagiri is 55.94%. The male literacy rate is 63.97%, while the female literacy rate is 47.51%.