Bijahana - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Bijahana is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jharpalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijahana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijahana is 383494. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Bijahana 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 Bijahana
As per Census 2011, Bijahana village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 153 males and 157 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijahana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 107 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 46 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Bijahana
Bijahana 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 Bijahana
Bijahana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Bijahana is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bijahana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijahana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijahana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijahana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijahana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijahana
Where is Bijahana located?
Bijahana village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijahana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijahana is Jharpalam.
What is the pincode of Bijahana?
The pincode of Bijahana is 770024.
What is the population of Bijahana?
Bijahana has a total population of 310, including 153 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Bijahana?
There are 79 households in Bijahana.
What is the literacy rate in Bijahana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijahana is 59.35%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 49.04%.