Bhejranga - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Bhejranga is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhejranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhejranga is 423109. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Bhejranga 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 Bhejranga
As per Census 2011, Bhejranga village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 37 males and 49 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,324 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhejranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 34 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 23 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Bhejranga
Bhejranga 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 Bhejranga
Bhejranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhejranga is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhejranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhejranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhejranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhejranga 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 Bhejranga
Where is Bhejranga located?
Bhejranga village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhejranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhejranga is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Bhejranga?
The pincode of Bhejranga is 766027.
What is the population of Bhejranga?
Bhejranga has a total population of 86, including 37 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Bhejranga?
There are 18 households in Bhejranga.
What is the literacy rate in Bhejranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhejranga is 22.09%. Male literacy is 37.84% and female literacy is 10.20%.