Bijabandili - Muniguda, Rayagada
Bijabandili is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Ambadala and around 75 km from Rayagada . Sibapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijabandili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijabandili is 424823. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Bijabandili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijabandili
As per Census 2011, Bijabandili village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 175 males and 167 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijabandili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 175 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 67 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 108 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Bijabandili
Bijabandili is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maguni | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Osurapada | West | 1.52 km |
| Depaguda | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Ghodaghati | North | 2.00 km |
| Sitarampur | East | 2.28 km |
| Kutendeli | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Gelakuta | North | 3.03 km |
| Koradanga | East | 3.18 km |
| Jhilliguda | East | 3.28 km |
| Majhidohikhal | East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijabandili
Bijabandili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doikallu, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bijabandili is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bijabandili is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijabandili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijabandili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijabandili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijabandili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijabandili
Where is Bijabandili located?
Bijabandili village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijabandili?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijabandili is Sibapadar.
What is the pincode of Bijabandili?
The pincode of Bijabandili is 765020.
What is the population of Bijabandili?
Bijabandili has a total population of 342, including 175 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Bijabandili?
There are 91 households in Bijabandili.
What is the literacy rate in Bijabandili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijabandili is 30.99%. Male literacy is 38.29% and female literacy is 23.35%.