Bijamara - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Bijamara is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijamara is 428392. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bijamara 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 Bijamara
According to the 2011 Census, Bijamara village had a total population of 144 people, including 72 males and 72 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.93%, with male literacy at 32.73% and female literacy at 31.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 54 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bijamara
Bijamara 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 Bijamara
Bijamara 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 Kotpad to Bijamara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bijamara is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijamara
Where is Bijamara located?
Bijamara village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijamara is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Bijamara?
The pincode of Bijamara is 764028.
What is the population of Bijamara?
Bijamara had a total population of 144, including 72 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Bijamara?
Bijamara had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijamara was 31.93%. Male literacy was 32.73% and female literacy was 31.25%.