Bezing - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Bezing is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Jodamba and around 130 km from Malkangiri . Panasput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bezing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bezing is 430796. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bezing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bezing
According to the 2011 Census, Bezing village had a total population of 290 people, including 129 males and 161 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,248 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.19%, with male literacy at 20.83% and female literacy at 14.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 290 | 129 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 60 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 109 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bezing
Bezing 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 Bezing
Bezing 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 Balimela to Bezing is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bezing is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bezing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bezing 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 Bezing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bezing 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 Bezing
Where is Bezing located?
Bezing village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bezing?
The Gram Panchayat of Bezing is Panasput.
What is the pincode of Bezing?
The pincode of Bezing is 764052.
What is the population of Bezing?
Bezing had a total population of 290, including 129 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Bezing?
Bezing had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bezing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bezing was 17.19%. Male literacy was 20.83% and female literacy was 14.40%.