Bijapur
Bijapur is a village located in Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Boriguma (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Bijapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Bijapur has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bijapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijapur is 428250. The village spans a total geographical area of 323 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764056. Sunabeda is nearest town to Bijapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bijapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Bijapur
Below is a concise population overview of Bijapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 628 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 101 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 135 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 153 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 377 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 251 | 353 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bijapur village:
- The total population of Bijapur village is around 1,251, including approximately 628 males and 623 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Bijapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bijapur village has 280 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 285 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bijapur village is about 51.72%, with male literacy at 60.03% and female literacy at 43.34%.
- There are around 304 households in Bijapur village.
Connectivity of Bijapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijapur. As per the 2011 stats, Bijapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijapur
- Where is Bijapur located?
- Bijapur village is situated in Boriguma Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijapur?
- Bijapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bijapur?
- The pincode of Bijapur is 764056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijapur is 1,251, with 628 males and 623 females.
- How many households are there in Bijapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijapur village has a total of 304 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijapur is 51.72%. The male literacy rate is 60.03%, while the female literacy rate is 43.34%.