Bhikapada Village Overview
Bhikapada is a village in Khalikote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It lies about 51 km from Khalikote tehsil headquarters and around 51 km from Chatrapur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Bhikapada village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Bhikapada village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikapada is 411813. The village covers a geographical area of 131 hectares and has a pincode of 761029. Khalikote is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Location Map of Bhikapada
Population & Demographics of Bhikapada
This section provides population and demographic details of Bhikapada village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,016 | 1,576 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 187 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 225 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 1,039 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 537 | 822 |
Key population details of Bhikapada village are given below:
- Bhikapada village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 3,016, including approximately 1,576 males and 1,440 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 443 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Bhikapada village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 54.94%.
- There are around 652 households in Bhikapada village.
Transport & Connectivity of Bhikapada
Transport facilities help residents of Bhikapada village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhikapada
The following villages are located close to Bhikapada and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhikapada
- Where is Bhikapada located?
- Bhikapada village is located in Khalikote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhikapada?
- Bhikapada is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Bhikapada?
- The pincode of Bhikapada is 761029.
- What is the population of Bhikapada?
- Bhikapada has a total population of 3,016, including 1,576 males and 1,440 females.
- How many households are there in Bhikapada?
- There are 652 households in Bhikapada.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhikapada?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikapada is 54.94%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 42.92%.