Bijari - Gharghoda, Raigarh
Bijari is a village situated in the Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharghoda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Patrapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijari is 434715. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 496111 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bijari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijari
As per Census 2011, Bijari village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 205 males and 217 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 205 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 146 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 59 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bijari
Bijari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurmibhaona | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Porda | East | 2.21 km |
| Rumkera | South | 2.37 km |
| Baraud | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Pordi | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Faguram | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Kathrapali | East | 3.93 km |
| Saraipali | West | 4.22 km |
| Rai | North | 4.28 km |
| Kantajhariya | East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijari
Bijari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gharghoda to Bijari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Bijari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijari
Where is Bijari located?
Bijari village is located in Gharghoda Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijari is Patrapali.
What is the pincode of Bijari?
The pincode of Bijari is 496111.
What is the population of Bijari?
Bijari has a total population of 422, including 205 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Bijari?
There are 113 households in Bijari.
What is the literacy rate in Bijari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijari is 65.64%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 60.37%.