Bijoypur - Silchar, Cachar
Bijoypur is a village situated in the Silchar subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 431 km from Silchar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Boro Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijoypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijoypur is 299163. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.84 hectares and falls under the 788015 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town.
Bijoypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Borkhola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijoypur
As per Census 2011, Bijoypur village has a total population of 1,159 people, consisting of 593 males and 566 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 687 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijoypur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,159 | 593 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 365 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 228 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Bijoypur
Bijoypur 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 Bijoypur
Bijoypur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Silchar to Bijoypur 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 Bijoypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijoypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijoypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijoypur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijoypur
Where is Bijoypur located?
Bijoypur village is located in Silchar Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijoypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijoypur is Boro Rampur.
What is the pincode of Bijoypur?
The pincode of Bijoypur is 788015.
What is the population of Bijoypur?
Bijoypur has a total population of 1,159, including 593 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Bijoypur?
There are 238 households in Bijoypur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijoypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijoypur is 59.28%. Male literacy is 61.55% and female literacy is 56.89%.