Bicharpur - Kotma, Anuppur
Bicharpur is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotma and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Vicharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bicharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bicharpur is 501735. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.32 hectares and falls under the 484334 pincode. Kotma is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bicharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bicharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bicharpur village had a total population of 408 people, including 211 males and 197 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.93%, with male literacy at 94.92% and female literacy at 71.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 408 | 211 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 168 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 43 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bicharpur
Bicharpur 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 Bicharpur
Bicharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bicharpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotma to Bicharpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bicharpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bicharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bicharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bicharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bicharpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bicharpur
Where is Bicharpur located?
Bicharpur village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bicharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bicharpur is Vicharpur.
What is the pincode of Bicharpur?
The pincode of Bicharpur is 484334.
What is the population of Bicharpur?
Bicharpur had a total population of 408, including 211 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Bicharpur?
Bicharpur had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bicharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bicharpur was 83.93%. Male literacy was 94.92% and female literacy was 71.70%.