Bijapur - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Bijapur is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bijapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapur is 011422. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.01 hectares and falls under the 176095 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Bijapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijapur
As per Census 2011, Bijapur village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 242 males and 257 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 242 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 117 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 197 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 45 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bijapur
Bijapur 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 Bijapur
Bijapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Bijapur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijapur 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 Bijapur
Where is Bijapur located?
Bijapur village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapur?
Bijapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijapur?
The pincode of Bijapur is 176095.
What is the population of Bijapur?
Bijapur has a total population of 499, including 242 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Bijapur?
There are 110 households in Bijapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapur is 79.56%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 77.82%.