Bijapadar - Mathili, Malkangiri
Bijapadar is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mecca serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapadar is 430427. The village covers a total geographical area of 950 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Bijapadar 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 Bijapadar
As per Census 2011, Bijapadar village has a total population of 1,722 people, consisting of 925 males and 797 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,661 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,722 | 925 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,661 | 894 | 767 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 500 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 425 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Bijapadar
Bijapadar 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 Bijapadar
Bijapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Malkangiri to Bijapadar is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bijapadar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijapadar 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 Bijapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijapadar
Where is Bijapadar located?
Bijapadar village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijapadar is Mecca.
What is the pincode of Bijapadar?
The pincode of Bijapadar is 764044.
What is the population of Bijapadar?
Bijapadar has a total population of 1,722, including 925 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Bijapadar?
There are 357 households in Bijapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapadar is 42.22%. Male literacy is 54.05% and female literacy is 28.48%.