Bisitota - Raikia, Kandhamal
Bisitota is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bisitota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bisitota is 417623. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bisitota 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 Bisitota
According to the 2011 Census, Bisitota village had a total population of 11 people, including 4 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Bisitota
Bisitota 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 Bisitota
Public transport in the Bisitota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bisitota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Bisitota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bisitota is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bisitota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bisitota 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 Bisitota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bisitota 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 Bisitota
Where is Bisitota located?
Bisitota village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bisitota?
The Gram Panchayat of Bisitota is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Bisitota?
The pincode of Bisitota is 762101.
What is the population of Bisitota?
Bisitota had a total population of 11, including 4 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Bisitota?
Bisitota had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bisitota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisitota was 50.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 40.00%.