Bikrampur - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Bikrampur is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pedavalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikrampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikrampur is 428840. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bikrampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bikrampur
According to the 2011 Census, Bikrampur village had a total population of 325 people, including 155 males and 170 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.45%, with male literacy at 16.67% and female literacy at 10.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 325 | 155 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 147 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 133 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Bikrampur
Bikrampur 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 Bikrampur
Bikrampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Bikrampur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bikrampur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikrampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikrampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bikrampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikrampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bikrampur
Where is Bikrampur located?
Bikrampur village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bikrampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikrampur is Pedavalda.
What is the pincode of Bikrampur?
The pincode of Bikrampur is 764027.
What is the population of Bikrampur?
Bikrampur had a total population of 325, including 155 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Bikrampur?
Bikrampur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikrampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikrampur was 13.45%. Male literacy was 16.67% and female literacy was 10.49%.