Bijenagar - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Bijenagar is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Similisahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijenagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijenagar is 405563. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Bijenagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijenagar
As per Census 2011, Bijenagar village has a total population of 43 people, consisting of 23 males and 20 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijenagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Bijenagar
Bijenagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karadamada | South | 1.05 km |
| Godibida | East | 1.36 km |
| Bulunda | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Pankalsahi | South | 2.05 km |
| Jagapur | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Mahulia | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Gerapaju | West | 2.47 km |
| Talamada | West | 2.77 km |
| Khajuribania | South | 2.79 km |
| Kukuprasad | North | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijenagar
Bijenagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Bijenagar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijenagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijenagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijenagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijenagar 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 Bijenagar
Where is Bijenagar located?
Bijenagar village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijenagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijenagar is Similisahi.
What is the pincode of Bijenagar?
The pincode of Bijenagar is 752084.
What is the population of Bijenagar?
Bijenagar has a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Bijenagar?
There are 12 households in Bijenagar.
What is the literacy rate in Bijenagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijenagar is 62.79%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 40.00%.