Bihajora - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Bihajora is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kanaktura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bihajora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihajora is 383583. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 770072 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bihajora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bihajora
According to the 2011 Census, Bihajora village had a total population of 234 people, including 121 males and 113 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.33%, with male literacy at 87.74% and female literacy at 68.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 234 | 121 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 103 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 93 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bihajora
Bihajora 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 Bihajora
Bihajora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Bihajora is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bihajora is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bihajora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihajora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bihajora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bihajora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bihajora
Where is Bihajora located?
Bihajora village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bihajora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihajora is Kanaktura.
What is the pincode of Bihajora?
The pincode of Bihajora is 770072.
What is the population of Bihajora?
Bihajora had a total population of 234, including 121 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Bihajora?
Bihajora had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihajora was 78.33%. Male literacy was 87.74% and female literacy was 68.04%.