Bhejiguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Bhejiguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 95 km from Jharigan and around 95 km from Nabarangapur . Chacha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhejiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhejiguda is 427539. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhejiguda 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 Bhejiguda
As per Census 2011, Bhejiguda village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 314 males and 316 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhejiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 314 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 90 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 224 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Bhejiguda
Bhejiguda 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 Bhejiguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhejiguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Umarkote to Bhejiguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Bhejiguda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhejiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhejiguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhejiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhejiguda 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 Bhejiguda
Where is Bhejiguda located?
Bhejiguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhejiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhejiguda is Chacha.
What is the pincode of Bhejiguda?
The pincode of Bhejiguda is 764076.
What is the population of Bhejiguda?
Bhejiguda has a total population of 630, including 314 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Bhejiguda?
There are 167 households in Bhejiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhejiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhejiguda is 22.54%. Male literacy is 28.66% and female literacy is 16.46%.