Bhitarapada - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Bhitarapada is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Talagumandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitarapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitarapada is 428654. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Bhitarapada 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 Bhitarapada
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitarapada village had a total population of 455 people, including 225 males and 230 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.19%, with male literacy at 53.81% and female literacy at 28.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 454.
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 | 455 | 225 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 28 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 224 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 106 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 119 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitarapada
Bhitarapada 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 Bhitarapada
Bhitarapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sunabeda to Bhitarapada is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bhitarapada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitarapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitarapada 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 Bhitarapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitarapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhitarapada
Where is Bhitarapada located?
Bhitarapada village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhitarapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitarapada is Talagumandi.
What is the pincode of Bhitarapada?
The pincode of Bhitarapada is 764014.
What is the population of Bhitarapada?
Bhitarapada had a total population of 455, including 225 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Bhitarapada?
Bhitarapada had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitarapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitarapada was 41.19%. Male literacy was 53.81% and female literacy was 28.04%.