Bidarpakhana - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Bidarpakhana is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from Paparmetla and around 165 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidarpakhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidarpakhana is 430680. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bidarpakhana 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 Bidarpakhana
As per Census 2011, Bidarpakhana village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 131 males and 142 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bidarpakhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 131 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 92 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 102 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Bidarpakhana
Bidarpakhana 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 Bidarpakhana
Public transport in the Bidarpakhana is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balimela to Bidarpakhana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bidarpakhana is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bidarpakhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidarpakhana 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 Bidarpakhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidarpakhana 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 Bidarpakhana
Where is Bidarpakhana located?
Bidarpakhana village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidarpakhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidarpakhana is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Bidarpakhana?
The pincode of Bidarpakhana is 764051.
What is the population of Bidarpakhana?
Bidarpakhana has a total population of 273, including 131 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Bidarpakhana?
There are 61 households in Bidarpakhana.
What is the literacy rate in Bidarpakhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidarpakhana is 17.58%. Male literacy is 22.14% and female literacy is 13.38%.