Bilaspur - Majalta, Udhampur
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Bilaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 005147. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.2 hectares and falls under the 182127 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bilaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilaspur
As per Census 2011, Bilaspur village has a total population of 1,126 people, consisting of 576 males and 550 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 416 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 576 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 212 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 408 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 168 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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 >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 Udhampur to Bilaspur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilaspur?
The pincode of Bilaspur is 182127.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur has a total population of 1,126, including 576 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
There are 243 households in Bilaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur is 62.61%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 54.00%.