Bhitarachara - Kashipur, Rayagada
Bhitarachara is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitarachara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitarachara is 425848. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Bhitarachara 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 Bhitarachara
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitarachara village had a total population of 135 people, including 69 males and 66 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.00%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 7.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 18 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 51 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitarachara
Bhitarachara 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 Bhitarachara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhitarachara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bhitarachara is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhitarachara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitarachara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitarachara 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 Bhitarachara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitarachara 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 Bhitarachara
Where is Bhitarachara located?
Bhitarachara village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitarachara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitarachara is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Bhitarachara?
The pincode of Bhitarachara is 765015.
What is the population of Bhitarachara?
Bhitarachara had a total population of 135, including 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Bhitarachara?
Bhitarachara had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitarachara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitarachara was 22.00%. Male literacy was 37.50% and female literacy was 7.69%.