Bhatagura - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Bhatagura is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatagura is 425237. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bhatagura 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 Bhatagura
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatagura village had a total population of 202 people, including 96 males and 106 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.42%, with male literacy at 32.05% and female literacy at 18.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 71 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatagura
Bhatagura 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 Bhatagura
Bhatagura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhatagura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bhatagura is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhatagura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatagura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatagura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhatagura
Where is Bhatagura located?
Bhatagura village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhatagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatagura is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Bhatagura?
The pincode of Bhatagura is 765019.
What is the population of Bhatagura?
Bhatagura had a total population of 202, including 96 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Bhatagura?
Bhatagura had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatagura was 24.42%. Male literacy was 32.05% and female literacy was 18.09%.