Bhikhampur
Bhikhampur is a village located in Sasan tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sasan (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhikampur is the gram panchayat of Bhikhampur village.
Bhikhampur has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bhikhampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhikhampur is 381754. The village spans a total geographical area of 1173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768200. Sambalpur is nearest town to Bhikhampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhikhampur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhikhampur
Population of Bhikhampur
Below is a concise population overview of Bhikhampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,188 | 1,624 | 1,564 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 179 | 154 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 407 | 378 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,029 | 515 | 514 |
Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,265 | 957 |
Illiterate Population | 966 | 359 | 607 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhikhampur village:
- The total population of Bhikhampur village is around 3,188, including approximately 1,624 males and 1,564 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 333 children aged 0–6 years in Bhikhampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhikhampur village has 785 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,029 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhikhampur village is about 69.70%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 61.19%.
- There are around 771 households in Bhikhampur village.
Connectivity of Bhikhampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhikhampur. As per the 2011 stats, Bhikhampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhikhampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhikhampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhikhampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhikhampur
- Where is Bhikhampur located?
- Bhikhampur village is situated in Sasan Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhikhampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhikhampur is Bhikampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhikhampur?
- The pincode of Bhikhampur is 768200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhikhampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhikhampur is 3,188, with 1,624 males and 1,564 females.
- How many households are there in Bhikhampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhikhampur village has a total of 771 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhikhampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhikhampur is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 77.89%, while the female literacy rate is 61.19%.