Bhejidihi - Banspal, Keonjhar
Bhejidihi is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from Nayakote and around 62 km from Kendujhar. Nayakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhejidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhejidihi is 386237. The village covers a total geographical area of 794 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bhejidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhejidihi
As per Census 2011, Bhejidihi village has a total population of 926 people, consisting of 473 males and 453 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhejidihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 473 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 180 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 272 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 201 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Bhejidihi
Bhejidihi 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 Bhejidihi
Public transport in the Bhejidihi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Bhejidihi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Bhejidihi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhejidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhejidihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhejidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhejidihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhejidihi
Where is Bhejidihi located?
Bhejidihi village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhejidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhejidihi is Nayakote.
What is the pincode of Bhejidihi?
The pincode of Bhejidihi is 758085.
What is the population of Bhejidihi?
Bhejidihi has a total population of 926, including 473 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Bhejidihi?
There are 197 households in Bhejidihi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhejidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhejidihi is 48.60%. Male literacy is 57.51% and female literacy is 39.29%.