Bhitaradaraba - Kashipur, Rayagada
Bhitaradaraba is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitaradaraba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitaradaraba is 425837. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhitaradaraba 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 Bhitaradaraba
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitaradaraba village had a total population of 80 people, including 37 males and 43 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.41%, with male literacy at 3.23% and female literacy at 5.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 36 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitaradaraba
Bhitaradaraba 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 Bhitaradaraba
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhitaradaraba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bhitaradaraba is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhitaradaraba 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 Bhitaradaraba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitaradaraba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitaradaraba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitaradaraba 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhitaradaraba
Where is Bhitaradaraba located?
Bhitaradaraba village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitaradaraba?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitaradaraba is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Bhitaradaraba?
The pincode of Bhitaradaraba is 765015.
What is the population of Bhitaradaraba?
Bhitaradaraba had a total population of 80, including 37 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Bhitaradaraba?
Bhitaradaraba had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitaradaraba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitaradaraba was 4.41%. Male literacy was 3.23% and female literacy was 5.41%.