Bajori - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Bajori is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajori is 416259. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Bajori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajori
According to the 2011 Census, Bajori village had a total population of 144 people, including 71 males and 73 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.44%, with male literacy at 55.93% and female literacy at 34.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 38 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Bajori
Bajori 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 Bajori
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bajori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Bajori is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bajori is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajori 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 Bajori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajori 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 Bajori
Where is Bajori located?
Bajori village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajori?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajori is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Bajori?
The pincode of Bajori is 762011.
What is the population of Bajori?
Bajori had a total population of 144, including 71 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Bajori?
Bajori had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajori was 44.44%. Male literacy was 55.93% and female literacy was 34.33%.