Bindujharia - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Bindujharia is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Giringkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bindujharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bindujharia is 383692. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bindujharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bindujharia
As per Census 2011, Bindujharia village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 191 males and 186 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 321 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bindujharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 191 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 120 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 71 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Bindujharia
Bindujharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telendihi | North | 1.40 km |
| Mahulpali | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Satjoria | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Chakradharpur | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Giringkela | East | 2.97 km |
| Beheramal | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Bairagibahal | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Bichhuabahal | North | 4.07 km |
| Saletikra | North | 4.21 km |
| Karadega | North-East | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bindujharia
Public transport in the Bindujharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Bindujharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bindujharia 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 Bindujharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bindujharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bindujharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bindujharia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bindujharia
Where is Bindujharia located?
Bindujharia village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bindujharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bindujharia is Giringkela.
What is the pincode of Bindujharia?
The pincode of Bindujharia is 770012.
What is the population of Bindujharia?
Bindujharia has a total population of 377, including 191 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Bindujharia?
There are 95 households in Bindujharia.
What is the literacy rate in Bindujharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bindujharia is 51.46%. Male literacy is 62.83% and female literacy is 39.78%.