Bhitarkutuni - Kashipur, Rayagada
Bhitarkutuni is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitarkutuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitarkutuni is 425954. The village falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bhitarkutuni 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 Bhitarkutuni
As per Census 2011, Bhitarkutuni village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 77 males and 69 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitarkutuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 76 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitarkutuni
Bhitarkutuni 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 Bhitarkutuni
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhitarkutuni.
| 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 Bhitarkutuni is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhitarkutuni is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitarkutuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitarkutuni 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 Bhitarkutuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitarkutuni 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 Bhitarkutuni
Where is Bhitarkutuni located?
Bhitarkutuni village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitarkutuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitarkutuni is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Bhitarkutuni?
The pincode of Bhitarkutuni is 765015.
What is the population of Bhitarkutuni?
Bhitarkutuni has a total population of 146, including 77 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Bhitarkutuni?
There are 34 households in Bhitarkutuni.