Bisoi - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Bisoi is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bisoi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bisoi is 388161. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 757033 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bisoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bisoi
As per Census 2011, Bisoi village has a total population of 3,589 people, consisting of 1,872 males and 1,717 females. The village has 852 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,667 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,569 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bisoi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,589 | 1,872 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,569 | 770 | 799 |
| Literate Population | 2,667 | 1,523 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 349 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Bisoi
Bisoi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagajodi | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Panposi | West | 1.45 km |
| Dhana | South | 1.77 km |
| Musamari | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Kadapani | East | 1.88 km |
| Katas | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Badhunia | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Saraspada | North | 2.46 km |
| Kundulia | West | 2.66 km |
| Sunagadia | North | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bisoi
Bisoi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Bisoi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bisoi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bisoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bisoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bisoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bisoi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bisoi
Where is Bisoi located?
Bisoi village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bisoi?
Bisoi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bisoi?
The pincode of Bisoi is 757033.
What is the population of Bisoi?
Bisoi has a total population of 3,589, including 1,872 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Bisoi?
There are 852 households in Bisoi.
What is the literacy rate in Bisoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bisoi is 74.31%. Male literacy is 81.36% and female literacy is 66.63%.