Bethiapada - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Bethiapada is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bethiapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bethiapada is 425404. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Bethiapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bethiapada
As per Census 2011, Bethiapada village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 312 males and 308 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bethiapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 312 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 165 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 145 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 167 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Bethiapada
Bethiapada 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 Bethiapada
Public transport in the Bethiapada 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 Rayagada to Bethiapada is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bethiapada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bethiapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bethiapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bethiapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bethiapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bethiapada
Where is Bethiapada located?
Bethiapada village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bethiapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bethiapada is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Bethiapada?
The pincode of Bethiapada is 765019.
What is the population of Bethiapada?
Bethiapada has a total population of 620, including 312 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Bethiapada?
There are 164 households in Bethiapada.
What is the literacy rate in Bethiapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bethiapada is 37.10%. Male literacy is 46.47% and female literacy is 27.60%.