Bhitarabadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Bhitarabadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitarabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitarabadi is 417631. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Bhitarabadi 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 Bhitarabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitarabadi village had a total population of 48 people, including 28 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.81%, with male literacy at 34.78% and female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 20 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitarabadi
Bhitarabadi 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 Bhitarabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhitarabadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhanjanagar to Bhitarabadi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bhitarabadi is about 65 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 Bhitarabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitarabadi 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 Bhitarabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitarabadi 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 Bhitarabadi
Where is Bhitarabadi located?
Bhitarabadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitarabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitarabadi is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Bhitarabadi?
The pincode of Bhitarabadi is 762101.
What is the population of Bhitarabadi?
Bhitarabadi had a total population of 48, including 28 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Bhitarabadi?
Bhitarabadi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitarabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitarabadi was 23.81%. Male literacy was 34.78% and female literacy was 10.53%.