Bijagarh - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Bijagarh is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Sarapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijagarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijagarh is 382522. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bijagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijagarh
According to the 2011 Census, Bijagarh village had a total population of 116 people, including 56 males and 60 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.42%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 79.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 6 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bijagarh
Bijagarh 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 Bijagarh
Bijagarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bijagarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Bijagarh is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Bijagarh is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijagarh 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijagarh 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijagarh
Where is Bijagarh located?
Bijagarh village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijagarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijagarh is Sarapali.
What is the pincode of Bijagarh?
The pincode of Bijagarh is 768106.
What is the population of Bijagarh?
Bijagarh had a total population of 116, including 56 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Bijagarh?
Bijagarh had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijagarh was 89.42%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 79.63%.