Bijauri - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bijauri is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bijauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijauri is 502288. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.55 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bijauri 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 Bijauri
As per Census 2011, Bijauri village has a total population of 793 people, consisting of 402 males and 391 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 397 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 793 | 402 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 92 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 687 | 347 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 249 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 153 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Bijauri
Bijauri 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 Bijauri
Bijauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bijauri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amarkantak to Bijauri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bijauri is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijauri
Where is Bijauri located?
Bijauri village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijauri?
Bijauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijauri?
The pincode of Bijauri is 484881.
What is the population of Bijauri?
Bijauri has a total population of 793, including 402 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Bijauri?
There are 192 households in Bijauri.
What is the literacy rate in Bijauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijauri is 50.06%. Male literacy is 61.94% and female literacy is 37.85%.