Bhitardunga - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Bhitardunga is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Podapadar (b) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitardunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitardunga is 424511. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 152 km away.
Bhitardunga 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 Bhitardunga
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitardunga village had a total population of 238 people, including 120 males and 118 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.37%, with male literacy at 43.33% and female literacy at 13.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 39 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 81 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitardunga
Bhitardunga 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 Bhitardunga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhitardunga.
| 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 Bhitardunga is about 152 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bhitardunga is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitardunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitardunga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitardunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitardunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhitardunga
Where is Bhitardunga located?
Bhitardunga village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhitardunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitardunga is Podapadar (b).
What is the pincode of Bhitardunga?
The pincode of Bhitardunga is 766026.
What is the population of Bhitardunga?
Bhitardunga had a total population of 238, including 120 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Bhitardunga?
Bhitardunga had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitardunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitardunga was 27.37%. Male literacy was 43.33% and female literacy was 13.00%.