Bijepar - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Bijepar is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Jhadikhairi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijepar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijepar is 440934. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.16 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bijepar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijepar
As per Census 2011, Bijepar village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 314 males and 341 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijepar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 314 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 82 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 189 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 125 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Bijepar
Bijepar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Munjal Kalan | West | 1.69 km |
| Sagar | South | 1.85 km |
| Karegaon | North | 1.94 km |
| Choraha Banjari | West | 2.40 km |
| Badra Tola | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Kumarda | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Munjal Pathari | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Karethi | North | 3.35 km |
| Nareti Tola | South | 3.45 km |
| Achholi | North-East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijepar
Bijepar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Musra, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| 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 Chhuria to Bijepar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Bijepar is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijepar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijepar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijepar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijepar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijepar
Where is Bijepar located?
Bijepar village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijepar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijepar is Jhadikhairi.
What is the pincode of Bijepar?
The pincode of Bijepar is 491557.
What is the population of Bijepar?
Bijepar has a total population of 655, including 314 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Bijepar?
There are 127 households in Bijepar.
What is the literacy rate in Bijepar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijepar is 52.98%. Male literacy is 60.19% and female literacy is 46.33%.