Bijadihi - Maneswar, Sambalpur
Bijadihi is a village situated in the Maneswar tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Sasan and around 24 km from Sambalpur. Bhikampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijadihi is 381729. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 768200 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bijadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijadihi
According to the 2011 Census, Bijadihi village had a total population of 186 people, including 96 males and 90 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.35%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 79.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 13 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Bijadihi
Bijadihi 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 Bijadihi
Bijadihi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sambalpur to Bijadihi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bijadihi is about 24 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 Bijadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijadihi 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 Bijadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijadihi
Where is Bijadihi located?
Bijadihi village is located in Maneswar Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijadihi is Bhikampur.
What is the pincode of Bijadihi?
The pincode of Bijadihi is 768200.
What is the population of Bijadihi?
Bijadihi had a total population of 186, including 96 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Bijadihi?
Bijadihi had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijadihi was 87.35%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 79.49%.