Bhilamal - Kashipur, Rayagada
Bhilamal is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilamal is 425862. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Bhilamal 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 Bhilamal
According to the 2011 Census, Bhilamal village had a total population of 57 people, including 27 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilamal
Bhilamal 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 Bhilamal
Bhilamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bhilamal is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhilamal is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhilamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhilamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilamal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhilamal
Where is Bhilamal located?
Bhilamal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilamal is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Bhilamal?
The pincode of Bhilamal is 765015.
What is the population of Bhilamal?
Bhilamal had a total population of 57, including 27 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Bhilamal?
Bhilamal had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilamal was 37.50%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 0.00%.