Bijpur - Lahar, Bhind
Bijpur is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Bijpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijpur is 453668. The village covers a total geographical area of 1671.05 hectares and falls under the 477447 pincode. Daboh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bijpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijpur
As per Census 2011, Bijpur village has a total population of 2,425 people, consisting of 1,375 males and 1,050 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 763 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,356 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,425 | 1,375 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 223 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 294 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 913 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 462 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Bijpur
Bijpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghedi | West | 1.84 km |
| Aibra | East | 2.22 km |
| Parenchha | North | 2.22 km |
| Roni | North | 2.50 km |
| Singpura | East | 2.59 km |
| Bilehta | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Udanpura | North | 3.11 km |
| Dabhra | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Singosa | South | 3.26 km |
| Amaha | South-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijpur
Bijpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Daboh to Bijpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Bijpur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijpur
Where is Bijpur located?
Bijpur village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijpur?
Bijpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijpur?
The pincode of Bijpur is 477447.
What is the population of Bijpur?
Bijpur has a total population of 2,425, including 1,375 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Bijpur?
There are 504 households in Bijpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijpur is 55.92%. Male literacy is 66.40% and female literacy is 42.19%.