Bijapur - Sendhwa, Barwani
Bijapur is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Bijapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapur is 478602. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.1 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bijapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijapur
As per Census 2011, Bijapur village has a total population of 1,251 people, consisting of 642 males and 609 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 642 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 150 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,179 | 608 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 216 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 426 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Bijapur
Bijapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipliya Goi | North | 2.29 km |
| Bawadad | South | 2.35 km |
| Nawalpura | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Ghudchal | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Bhamanya | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Borli | North | 4.16 km |
| Kakariya | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Mordad | East | 4.39 km |
| Chikhali | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Mehatgaon | North | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijapur
Bijapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nardana, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Bijapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bijapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijapur
Where is Bijapur located?
Bijapur village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijapur is Bijapuri.
What is the pincode of Bijapur?
The pincode of Bijapur is 451666.
What is the population of Bijapur?
Bijapur has a total population of 1,251, including 642 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Bijapur?
There are 176 households in Bijapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapur is 32.45%. Male literacy is 33.64% and female literacy is 31.20%.