Bichlachua - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Bichlachua is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichlachua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichlachua is 428612. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bichlachua 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 Bichlachua
According to the 2011 Census, Bichlachua village had a total population of 99 people, including 52 males and 47 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.68%, with male literacy at 38.46% and female literacy at 11.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 37 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bichlachua
Bichlachua 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 Bichlachua
Public transport in the Bichlachua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bichlachua is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bichlachua is about 85 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 Bichlachua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichlachua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bichlachua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichlachua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bichlachua
Where is Bichlachua located?
Bichlachua village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bichlachua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichlachua is Balipeta.
What is the pincode of Bichlachua?
The pincode of Bichlachua is 764014.
What is the population of Bichlachua?
Bichlachua had a total population of 99, including 52 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Bichlachua?
Bichlachua had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichlachua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichlachua was 25.68%. Male literacy was 38.46% and female literacy was 11.43%.