Bijapur - Khategaon, Dewas
Bijapur is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Bijapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapur is 474346. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.24 hectares and falls under the 455339 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bijapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijapur
As per Census 2011, Bijapur village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 275 males and 228 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 275 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 116 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 228 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 47 | 93 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunnas | South | 1.17 km |
| Malagaon | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Songaon | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Eklera | East | 2.82 km |
| Khubgaon | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Kungasa | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Bamangaon | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Deepgaon | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Mawasa | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Pipalyanankar | West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijapur
Bijapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 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 Khategaon to Bijapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Bijapur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 <1 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 Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapur?
Bijapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijapur?
The pincode of Bijapur is 455339.
What is the population of Bijapur?
Bijapur has a total population of 503, including 275 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Bijapur?
There are 85 households in Bijapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapur is 72.17%. Male literacy is 82.91% and female literacy is 59.21%.