Bhendiagam - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Bhendiagam is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Chandahandi and around 135 km from Nabarangapur . Malgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhendiagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhendiagam is 427451. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bhendiagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhendiagam
As per Census 2011, Bhendiagam village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 490 males and 468 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 284 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhendiagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 490 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 153 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 272 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 218 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Bhendiagam
Bhendiagam 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 Bhendiagam
Bhendiagam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Umarkote to Bhendiagam is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Bhendiagam is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhendiagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhendiagam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhendiagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhendiagam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhendiagam
Where is Bhendiagam located?
Bhendiagam village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhendiagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhendiagam is Malgam.
What is the pincode of Bhendiagam?
The pincode of Bhendiagam is 764077.
What is the population of Bhendiagam?
Bhendiagam has a total population of 958, including 490 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Bhendiagam?
There are 261 households in Bhendiagam.
What is the literacy rate in Bhendiagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhendiagam is 41.54%. Male literacy is 55.51% and female literacy is 26.92%.