Bijadihi - Bisra, Sundargarh
Bijadihi is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jamsera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijadihi is 384521. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijadihi
As per Census 2011, Bijadihi village has a total population of 1,467 people, consisting of 572 males and 895 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,564 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,467 | 572 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | - | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,360 | 535 | 825 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 392 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 180 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Bijadihi
Bijadihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bangurkela | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Santoshpur | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Pograbahal | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Ratakhandi | East | 2.61 km |
| Panposh | West | 2.64 km |
| Jabaghat | West | 2.67 km |
| Lendra | North | 2.88 km |
| Dhodhari | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Sarubahal | East | 3.54 km |
| Kapatmunda | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijadihi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bijadihi. The nearest railway station is A-cabin Bondamunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Bijadihi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bijadihi 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijadihi
Where is Bijadihi located?
Bijadihi village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijadihi is Jamsera.
What is the pincode of Bijadihi?
The pincode of Bijadihi is 770036.
What is the population of Bijadihi?
Bijadihi has a total population of 1,467, including 572 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Bijadihi?
There are 226 households in Bijadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Bijadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijadihi is 66.73%. Male literacy is 68.53% and female literacy is 65.59%.