Bigpur - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Bigpur is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bigpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bigpur is 457656. The village covers a total geographical area of 720.67 hectares and falls under the 471515 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bigpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bigpur
As per Census 2011, Bigpur village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 635 males and 563 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bigpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 635 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 127 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 166 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 274 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 361 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Bigpur
Bigpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deori | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Rajapur | South | 2.76 km |
| Bhawanipur | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Dharampura | North | 3.77 km |
| Tiktai | South | 4.36 km |
| Parmajhor | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Katiya | East | 4.61 km |
| Surajpur | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Simrahi | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Salaiya | North-East | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bigpur
Bigpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 km.
| 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 Chandla to Bigpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Bigpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bigpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bigpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bigpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bigpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bigpur
Where is Bigpur located?
Bigpur village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bigpur?
Bigpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bigpur?
The pincode of Bigpur is 471515.
What is the population of Bigpur?
Bigpur has a total population of 1,198, including 635 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Bigpur?
There are 219 households in Bigpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bigpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigpur is 36.64%. Male literacy is 43.15% and female literacy is 29.31%.