Bhikia
Bhikia is a village located in Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Umarkote (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Bhikia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhikia unique in its vibrant Umarkote-Nabarangapur region. You’ll see Bhikia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhikia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhikia is 427365. The village spans a total geographical area of 522 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764076. Umarkote is nearest town to Bhikia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Bhikia
Population of Bhikia
According to the 2011 Census, Bhikia has a total population of about 2,066, with approximately 1,037 males and 1,029 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 396 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,380. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.20%, with male literacy at about 37.99% and female literacy near 28.38%. There are around 444 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhikia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,066 | 1,037 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 202 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,380 | 689 | 691 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 394 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,380 | 643 | 737 |
Connectivity of Bhikia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhikia. As per the 2011 stats, Bhikia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhikia
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhikia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhikia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhikia
- Where is Bhikia located?
- Bhikia village is situated in Umarkote Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhikia?
- Bhikia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhikia?
- The pincode of Bhikia is 764076, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhikia is 2,066, with 1,037 males and 1,029 females.
- How many households are there in Bhikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhikia village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhikia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhikia is 33.20%. The male literacy rate is 37.99%, while the female literacy rate is 28.38%.