Bijikuti - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Bijikuti is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bandhagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijikuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijikuti is 416459. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bijikuti 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 Bijikuti
According to the 2011 Census, Bijikuti village had a total population of 34 people, including 16 males and 18 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Bijikuti
Bijikuti 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 Bijikuti
Public transport in the Bijikuti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bijikuti is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bijikuti is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijikuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijikuti 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 km |
Health Facilities in Bijikuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijikuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bijikuti
Where is Bijikuti located?
Bijikuti village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijikuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijikuti is Bandhagada.
What is the pincode of Bijikuti?
The pincode of Bijikuti is 762011.
What is the population of Bijikuti?
Bijikuti had a total population of 34, including 16 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Bijikuti?
Bijikuti had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijikuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijikuti was 50.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 35.71%.