Bikipur - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Bikipur is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Bodhei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikipur is 397563. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 754160 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bikipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bikipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bikipur village had a total population of 428 people, including 222 males and 206 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.50%, with male literacy at 95.94% and female literacy at 82.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 428 | 222 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 189 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 33 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Bikipur
Bikipur 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 Bikipur
Bikipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bikipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Bikipur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bikipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bikipur
Where is Bikipur located?
Bikipur village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bikipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikipur is Bodhei.
What is the pincode of Bikipur?
The pincode of Bikipur is 754160.
What is the population of Bikipur?
Bikipur had a total population of 428, including 222 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Bikipur?
Bikipur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikipur was 89.50%. Male literacy was 95.94% and female literacy was 82.61%.