Bijaura - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bijaura is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Badi Tummi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaura is 502027. The village covers a total geographical area of 1425.01 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bijaura 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 Bijaura
According to the 2011 Census, Bijaura village had a total population of 329 people, including 164 males and 165 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.80%, with male literacy at 51.56% and female literacy at 34.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 157 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 66 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 98 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaura
Bijaura 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 Bijaura
Bijaura 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 Shahdol to Bijaura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bijaura is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaura 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 Bijaura
Where is Bijaura located?
Bijaura village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijaura is Badi Tummi.
What is the pincode of Bijaura?
The pincode of Bijaura is 484881.
What is the population of Bijaura?
Bijaura had a total population of 329, including 164 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Bijaura?
Bijaura had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaura was 42.80%. Male literacy was 51.56% and female literacy was 34.56%.