Bhatiguma - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Bhatiguma is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 91 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatiguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatiguma is 425213. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bhatiguma 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 Bhatiguma
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatiguma village had a total population of 298 people, including 127 males and 171 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,346 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.82%, with male literacy at 22.58% and female literacy at 2.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 298 | 127 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 126 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 21 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 106 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatiguma
Bhatiguma 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 Bhatiguma
Bhatiguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhatiguma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bhatiguma is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhatiguma is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatiguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatiguma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatiguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatiguma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatiguma
Where is Bhatiguma located?
Bhatiguma village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatiguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatiguma is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Bhatiguma?
The pincode of Bhatiguma is 765019.
What is the population of Bhatiguma?
Bhatiguma had a total population of 298, including 127 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Bhatiguma?
Bhatiguma had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatiguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatiguma was 10.82%. Male literacy was 22.58% and female literacy was 2.90%.