Bijepur - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Bijepur is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijepur is 423088. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Bijepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijepur
As per Census 2011, Bijepur village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 125 males and 133 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 125 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 54 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 71 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Bijepur
Bijepur 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 Bijepur
Bijepur 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 Bhawanipatna to Bijepur is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijepur 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 Bijepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijepur 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 Bijepur
Where is Bijepur located?
Bijepur village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijepur?
Bijepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijepur?
The pincode of Bijepur is 766027.
What is the population of Bijepur?
Bijepur has a total population of 258, including 125 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bijepur?
There are 63 households in Bijepur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijepur is 32.56%. Male literacy is 43.20% and female literacy is 22.56%.