Bhishmagiri - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Bhishmagiri is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bhismagitri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhishmagiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhishmagiri is 412729. The village covers a total geographical area of 970 hectares and falls under the 761055 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bhishmagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhishmagiri
As per Census 2011, Bhishmagiri village has a total population of 6,914 people, consisting of 3,544 males and 3,370 females. The village has 1,479 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 837 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,868 literate and 3,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,076 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhishmagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhishmagiri
Bhishmagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Bhishmagiri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bhishmagiri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhishmagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhishmagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhishmagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhishmagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhishmagiri
Where is Bhishmagiri located?
Bhishmagiri village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhishmagiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhishmagiri is Bhismagitri.
What is the pincode of Bhishmagiri?
The pincode of Bhishmagiri is 761055.
What is the population of Bhishmagiri?
Bhishmagiri has a total population of 6,914, including 3,544 males and 3,370 females.
How many households are there in Bhishmagiri?
There are 1,479 households in Bhishmagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Bhishmagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhishmagiri is 55.94%. Male literacy is 63.97% and female literacy is 47.51%.