Bhejapadar - Kashipur, Rayagada
Bhejapadar is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Andirakanch and around 113 km from Rayagada . Dongasil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhejapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhejapadar is 426025. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhejapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhejapadar
As per Census 2011, Bhejapadar village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 144 males and 138 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhejapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 49 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 95 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Bhejapadar
Bhejapadar 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 Bhejapadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhejapadar.
| 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 Bhejapadar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhejapadar is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhejapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhejapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhejapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhejapadar 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 Bhejapadar
Where is Bhejapadar located?
Bhejapadar village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhejapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhejapadar is Dongasil.
What is the pincode of Bhejapadar?
The pincode of Bhejapadar is 765015.
What is the population of Bhejapadar?
Bhejapadar has a total population of 282, including 144 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bhejapadar?
There are 69 households in Bhejapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhejapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhejapadar is 24.47%. Male literacy is 34.03% and female literacy is 14.49%.