Bhitar Darigan - Gop, Puri
Bhitar Darigan is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuakholamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitar Darigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitar Darigan is 409441. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 752045 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bhitar Darigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhitar Darigan
As per Census 2011, Bhitar Darigan village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 169 males and 149 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitar Darigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 169 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 145 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 24 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitar Darigan
Bhitar Darigan 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 Bhitar Darigan
Bhitar Darigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nimapada to Bhitar Darigan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bhitar Darigan is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitar Darigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitar Darigan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitar Darigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitar Darigan 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 Bhitar Darigan
Where is Bhitar Darigan located?
Bhitar Darigan village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitar Darigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitar Darigan is Nuakholamara.
What is the pincode of Bhitar Darigan?
The pincode of Bhitar Darigan is 752045.
What is the population of Bhitar Darigan?
Bhitar Darigan has a total population of 318, including 169 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Bhitar Darigan?
There are 79 households in Bhitar Darigan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitar Darigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitar Darigan is 80.50%. Male literacy is 85.80% and female literacy is 74.50%.