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
As per Census 2011, Bijaura village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 164 males and 165 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 329, including 164 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Bijaura?
There are 69 households in Bijaura.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaura is 34.35%. Male literacy is 40.24% and female literacy is 28.48%.