Bhutia - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Bhutia is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Remonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhutia is 381036. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 768234 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhutia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhutia
As per Census 2011, Bhutia village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 287 males and 290 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 287 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 246 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 41 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Bhutia
Bhutia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baragad | East | 1.56 km |
| Remenda | West | 2.17 km |
| Kusraloi | North | 2.22 km |
| Pandri | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Benkmura | South | 4.55 km |
| Khaliapali | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Ubuda | North | 5.44 km |
| Bhejikud | South-East | 5.65 km |
| Barihapali | West | 5.82 km |
| Negipali | North-East | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhutia
Bhutia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lajkura Cabin, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Belpahar to Bhutia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Bhutia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhutia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhutia
Where is Bhutia located?
Bhutia village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhutia is Remonda.
What is the pincode of Bhutia?
The pincode of Bhutia is 768234.
What is the population of Bhutia?
Bhutia has a total population of 577, including 287 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Bhutia?
There are 136 households in Bhutia.
What is the literacy rate in Bhutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhutia is 75.74%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 65.86%.