Bhitarsungi - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Bhitarsungi is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Nakrundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitarsungi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitarsungi is 424306. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bhitarsungi 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 Bhitarsungi
As per Census 2011, Bhitarsungi village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 66 males and 90 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,363 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitarsungi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 66 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 37 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 38 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitarsungi
Bhitarsungi 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 Bhitarsungi
Public transport in the Bhitarsungi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhitarsungi is about 65 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 Bhitarsungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitarsungi 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 Bhitarsungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitarsungi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhitarsungi
Where is Bhitarsungi located?
Bhitarsungi village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitarsungi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitarsungi is Nakrundi.
What is the pincode of Bhitarsungi?
The pincode of Bhitarsungi is 766037.
What is the population of Bhitarsungi?
Bhitarsungi has a total population of 156, including 66 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Bhitarsungi?
There are 37 households in Bhitarsungi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitarsungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitarsungi is 32.05%. Male literacy is 42.42% and female literacy is 24.44%.