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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitar Darigan village had a total population of 318 people, including 169 males and 149 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.58%, with male literacy at 94.16% and female literacy at 82.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 169 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 318, including 169 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Bhitar Darigan?
Bhitar Darigan had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitar Darigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitar Darigan was 88.58%. Male literacy was 94.16% and female literacy was 82.22%.