Bilapaka - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Bilapaka is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilapaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilapaka is 388603. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Bilapaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilapaka
According to the 2011 Census, Bilapaka village had a total population of 254 people, including 127 males and 127 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.62%, with male literacy at 57.69% and female literacy at 37.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 123 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 60 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 67 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bilapaka
Bilapaka 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 Bilapaka
Bilapaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Karanjia to Bilapaka is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bilapaka is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilapaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilapaka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilapaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilapaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilapaka
Where is Bilapaka located?
Bilapaka village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilapaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilapaka is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Bilapaka?
The pincode of Bilapaka is 757034.
What is the population of Bilapaka?
Bilapaka had a total population of 254, including 127 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bilapaka?
Bilapaka had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilapaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilapaka was 47.62%. Male literacy was 57.69% and female literacy was 37.74%.