Bijoybasa - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Bijoybasa is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kulughutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijoybasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijoybasa is 387474. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bijoybasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijoybasa
As per Census 2011, Bijoybasa village has a total population of 460 people, consisting of 236 males and 224 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijoybasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | 236 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 111 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 135 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 101 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Bijoybasa
Bijoybasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rambeda | North | 1.13 km |
| Nandhua | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Tantnagar | West | 1.71 km |
| Maghua | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Serengbil | South | 1.97 km |
| Deogan | East | 2.57 km |
| Murda | North | 2.58 km |
| Kulughutu | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Jirai | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Sannarayani | South-East | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijoybasa
Bijoybasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singhookharia, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Bijoybasa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Bijoybasa is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijoybasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijoybasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijoybasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijoybasa 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 Bijoybasa
Where is Bijoybasa located?
Bijoybasa village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijoybasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijoybasa is Kulughutu.
What is the pincode of Bijoybasa?
The pincode of Bijoybasa is 757053.
What is the population of Bijoybasa?
Bijoybasa has a total population of 460, including 236 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Bijoybasa?
There are 108 households in Bijoybasa.
What is the literacy rate in Bijoybasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijoybasa is 48.91%. Male literacy is 57.20% and female literacy is 40.18%.