Bakikamba - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Bakikamba is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gresingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakikamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakikamba is 415800. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bakikamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakikamba
According to the 2011 Census, Bakikamba village had a total population of 301 people, including 148 males and 153 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.66%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 58.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 134 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 95 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Bakikamba
Bakikamba 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 Bakikamba
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bakikamba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Bakikamba is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bakikamba is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakikamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakikamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bakikamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakikamba 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakikamba
Where is Bakikamba located?
Bakikamba village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakikamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakikamba is Gresingia.
What is the pincode of Bakikamba?
The pincode of Bakikamba is 762100.
What is the population of Bakikamba?
Bakikamba had a total population of 301, including 148 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Bakikamba?
Bakikamba had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakikamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakikamba was 65.66%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 58.52%.