Bijapuri - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bijapuri is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bijapuri No.1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijapuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapuri is 502075. The village covers a total geographical area of 706.2 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bijapuri 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 Bijapuri
As per Census 2011, Bijapuri village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 569 males and 538 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 991 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 569 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 991 | 507 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 394 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 175 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Bijapuri
Bijapuri 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 Bijapuri
Bijapuri 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dindori to Bijapuri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bijapuri is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijapuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijapuri 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 Bijapuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijapuri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijapuri
Where is Bijapuri located?
Bijapuri village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijapuri is Bijapuri No.1.
What is the pincode of Bijapuri?
The pincode of Bijapuri is 484881.
What is the population of Bijapuri?
Bijapuri has a total population of 1,107, including 569 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Bijapuri?
There are 271 households in Bijapuri.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapuri is 57.63%. Male literacy is 69.24% and female literacy is 45.35%.