Bhitar Rambu - Rayagada
Bhitar Rambu is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Matikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitar Rambu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitar Rambu is 426298. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 765002 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bhitar Rambu 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 Bhitar Rambu
According to the 2011 Census, Bhitar Rambu village had a total population of 158 people, including 74 males and 84 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.30%, with male literacy at 7.81% and female literacy at 2.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 69 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitar Rambu
Bhitar Rambu 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 Bhitar Rambu
Bhitar Rambu 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 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 Bhitar Rambu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhitar Rambu is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitar Rambu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitar Rambu 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 Bhitar Rambu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitar Rambu 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 Bhitar Rambu
Where is Bhitar Rambu located?
Bhitar Rambu village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitar Rambu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitar Rambu is Matikona.
What is the pincode of Bhitar Rambu?
The pincode of Bhitar Rambu is 765002.
What is the population of Bhitar Rambu?
Bhitar Rambu had a total population of 158, including 74 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bhitar Rambu?
Bhitar Rambu had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitar Rambu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitar Rambu was 5.30%. Male literacy was 7.81% and female literacy was 2.94%.