Bijakura - Raghunathnagar, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Bijakura is a village situated in the Raghunathnagar tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Wadrafnagar and around 137 km from Ambikapur. Landi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijakura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijakura is 432092. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.79 hectares and falls under the 497225 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Bijakura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijakura
According to the 2011 Census, Bijakura village had a total population of 575 people, including 297 males and 278 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.49%, with male literacy at 77.39% and female literacy at 65.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 575.
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 | 575 | 297 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 297 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 178 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 119 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Bijakura
Bijakura 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 Bijakura
Bijakura 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 NA |
| 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 Wadrafnagar to Bijakura is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Bijakura is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijakura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijakura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijakura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijakura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijakura
Where is Bijakura located?
Bijakura village is located in Raghunathnagar Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijakura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijakura is Landi.
What is the pincode of Bijakura?
The pincode of Bijakura is 497225.
What is the population of Bijakura?
Bijakura had a total population of 575, including 297 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Bijakura?
Bijakura had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijakura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijakura was 71.49%. Male literacy was 77.39% and female literacy was 65.49%.