Bilaspur - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Jharbandha and around 125 km from Bargarh. Bilaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 379917. The village covers a total geographical area of 1338 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bilaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilaspur
As per Census 2011, Bilaspur village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 717 males and 737 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 769 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bilaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 717 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 92 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 769 | 395 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 493 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 224 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Bilaspur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Bilaspur is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bilaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilaspur?
The pincode of Bilaspur is 768042.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur has a total population of 1,454, including 717 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
There are 363 households in Bilaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur is 59.35%. Male literacy is 68.76% and female literacy is 50.20%.