Batijora - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Batijora is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Dharmasala and around 60 km from Jajapur . Mahisara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batijora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batijora is 401188. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 755008 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Batijora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batijora
As per Census 2011, Batijora village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 170 males and 168 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batijora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 170 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 121 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 49 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Batijora
Batijora 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 Batijora
Batijora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Batijora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Batijora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Batijora is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batijora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batijora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Batijora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batijora 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 Batijora
Where is Batijora located?
Batijora village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batijora?
The Gram Panchayat of Batijora is Mahisara.
What is the pincode of Batijora?
The pincode of Batijora is 755008.
What is the population of Batijora?
Batijora has a total population of 338, including 170 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Batijora?
There are 71 households in Batijora.
What is the literacy rate in Batijora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batijora is 60.95%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 50.60%.