Bedakheta - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Bedakheta is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sadingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedakheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedakheta is 416272. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bedakheta 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 Bedakheta
As per Census 2011, Bedakheta village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 92 males and 92 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedakheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 58 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 34 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Bedakheta
Bedakheta 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 Bedakheta
Public transport in the Bedakheta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Bedakheta is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bedakheta is about 66 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 Bedakheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedakheta 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 Bedakheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedakheta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bedakheta
Where is Bedakheta located?
Bedakheta village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedakheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedakheta is Sadingia.
What is the pincode of Bedakheta?
The pincode of Bedakheta is 762011.
What is the population of Bedakheta?
Bedakheta has a total population of 184, including 92 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Bedakheta?
There are 41 households in Bedakheta.
What is the literacy rate in Bedakheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedakheta is 47.28%. Male literacy is 63.04% and female literacy is 31.52%.