Bedagaon - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Bedagaon is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Biswanathpur and around 60 km from Bhawanipatna. Bedagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedagaon is 423169. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bedagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedagaon
As per Census 2011, Bedagaon village has a total population of 270 people, consisting of 129 males and 141 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 129 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 43 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 79 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Bedagaon
Bedagaon 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 Bedagaon
Bedagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bedagaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedagaon 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 Bedagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedagaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedagaon
Where is Bedagaon located?
Bedagaon village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedagaon?
Bedagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bedagaon?
The pincode of Bedagaon is 766020.
What is the population of Bedagaon?
Bedagaon has a total population of 270, including 129 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Bedagaon?
There are 59 households in Bedagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bedagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedagaon is 33.70%. Male literacy is 38.76% and female literacy is 29.08%.