Bhejiguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Bhejiguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhejiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhejiguda is 424270. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bhejiguda 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 Bhejiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhejiguda village had a total population of 462 people, including 240 males and 222 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.59%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 33.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 240 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 56 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 134 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 130 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 110 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Bhejiguda
Bhejiguda 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 Bhejiguda
Bhejiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhejiguda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhejiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhejiguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhejiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhejiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhejiguda
Where is Bhejiguda located?
Bhejiguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhejiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhejiguda is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Bhejiguda?
The pincode of Bhejiguda is 766037.
What is the population of Bhejiguda?
Bhejiguda had a total population of 462, including 240 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Bhejiguda?
Bhejiguda had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhejiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhejiguda was 51.59%. Male literacy was 70.65% and female literacy was 33.51%.