Bhujpura - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Bhujpura is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bhujpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhujpura is 458542. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.73 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhujpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhujpura
According to the 2011 Census, Bhujpura village had a total population of 607 people, including 318 males and 289 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.65%, with male literacy at 59.39% and female literacy at 51.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199.
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 | 607 | 318 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 104 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 155 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 163 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Bhujpura
Bhujpura 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 Bhujpura
Bhujpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bada Malhera to Bhujpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bhujpura 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 Bhujpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhujpura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhujpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhujpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhujpura
Where is Bhujpura located?
Bhujpura village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhujpura?
Bhujpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhujpura?
The pincode of Bhujpura is 471311.
What is the population of Bhujpura?
Bhujpura had a total population of 607, including 318 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Bhujpura?
Bhujpura had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhujpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhujpura was 55.65%. Male literacy was 59.39% and female literacy was 51.49%.