Bhumijtola Village - Bisra, Sundargarh
Bhumijtola is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dareikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhumijtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhumijtola is 384526. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bhumijtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhumijtola
As per Census 2011, Bhumijtola village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 241 males and 273 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhumijtola are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 241 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 95 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 80 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 157 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 84 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Bhumijtola
Bhumijtola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisra | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Jodabandha | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Purunabisra | South | 1.28 km |
| Doreikela | West | 1.29 km |
| Jatatoli | North | 1.98 km |
| Sarubahal | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Manko | South | 2.39 km |
| Budeljore | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Kopranda | East | 2.66 km |
| Ratakhandi | West | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhumijtola
Public transport in the Bhumijtola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bisra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Bhumijtola is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bhumijtola is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhumijtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhumijtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhumijtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhumijtola 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhumijtola
Where is Bhumijtola located?
Bhumijtola village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhumijtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhumijtola is Dareikela.
What is the pincode of Bhumijtola?
The pincode of Bhumijtola is 770036.
What is the population of Bhumijtola?
Bhumijtola has a total population of 514, including 241 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Bhumijtola?
There are 110 households in Bhumijtola.
What is the literacy rate in Bhumijtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhumijtola is 61.28%. Male literacy is 65.15% and female literacy is 57.88%.