Bilaspur - Khallikote, Ganjam
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Khallikote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Purusottampur and around 45 km from Chatrapur. Badha Nalinakhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 412209. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 761019 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Khalikote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Bilaspur village had a total population of 309 people, including 162 males and 147 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.41%, with male literacy at 96.05% and female literacy at 92.54%.
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 | 309 | 162 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 146 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
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
Bilaspur 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 Purusottampur to Bilaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bilaspur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Khallikote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilaspur is Badha Nalinakhapur.
What is the pincode of Bilaspur?
The pincode of Bilaspur is 761019.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had a total population of 309, including 162 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur was 94.41%. Male literacy was 96.05% and female literacy was 92.54%.