Bihanagudi - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Bihanagudi is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from Jodamba and around 106 km from Malkangiri . Jodamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bihanagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihanagudi is 430804. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bihanagudi 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 Bihanagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Bihanagudi village had a total population of 232 people, including 131 males and 101 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.42%, with male literacy at 80.70% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 232 | 131 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 131 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 92 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 39 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Bihanagudi
Bihanagudi 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 Bihanagudi
Bihanagudi 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 Balimela to Bihanagudi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bihanagudi is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bihanagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihanagudi 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 Bihanagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bihanagudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bihanagudi
Where is Bihanagudi located?
Bihanagudi village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bihanagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihanagudi is Jodamba.
What is the pincode of Bihanagudi?
The pincode of Bihanagudi is 764052.
What is the population of Bihanagudi?
Bihanagudi had a total population of 232, including 131 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Bihanagudi?
Bihanagudi had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihanagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihanagudi was 64.42%. Male literacy was 80.70% and female literacy was 44.68%.