Bhitargarh - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Bhitargarh is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Bhitaragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitargarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitargarh is 395899. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bhitargarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitargarh
As per Census 2011, Bhitargarh village has a total population of 1,341 people, consisting of 679 males and 662 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,013 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitargarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 679 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 199 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 548 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 131 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitargarh
Bhitargarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khuntakana | North | 1.03 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | South | 1.26 km |
| Dholamara | West | 1.34 km |
| Bahargarh | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Hansua | North | 1.72 km |
| Badhinakolha | East | 1.74 km |
| Chandibaunsamula | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Charipokharia | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Maliparida | South | 2.05 km |
| Gothakolha | North-West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhitargarh
Public transport in the Bhitargarh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pattamundai to Bhitargarh is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Bhitargarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitargarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitargarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhitargarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitargarh 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 Bhitargarh
Where is Bhitargarh located?
Bhitargarh village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitargarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitargarh is Bhitaragarh.
What is the pincode of Bhitargarh?
The pincode of Bhitargarh is 754225.
What is the population of Bhitargarh?
Bhitargarh has a total population of 1,341, including 679 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Bhitargarh?
There are 313 households in Bhitargarh.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitargarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitargarh is 75.54%. Male literacy is 80.71% and female literacy is 70.24%.