Bhatagura Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Bhatagura village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 96 males and 106 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatagura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 202, including 96 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Bhatagura?
There are 45 households in Bhatagura.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatagura is 20.79%. Male literacy is 26.04% and female literacy is 16.04%.