Bijaghati - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Bijaghati is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bijaghati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaghati is 428642. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bijaghati 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 Bijaghati
According to the 2011 Census, Bijaghati village had a total population of 449 people, including 169 males and 280 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,657 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.20%, with male literacy at 28.78% and female literacy at 24.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.
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 | 449 | 169 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 30 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 148 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 129 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaghati
Bijaghati 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 Bijaghati
Bijaghati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bijaghati is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bijaghati is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijaghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaghati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijaghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaghati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijaghati
Where is Bijaghati located?
Bijaghati village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijaghati?
Bijaghati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijaghati?
The pincode of Bijaghati is 764014.
What is the population of Bijaghati?
Bijaghati had a total population of 449, including 169 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Bijaghati?
Bijaghati had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaghati was 26.20%. Male literacy was 28.78% and female literacy was 24.54%.