Bijrapalli - Kotpad, Koraput
Bijrapalli is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kusumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijrapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijrapalli is 428197. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bijrapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijrapalli
As per Census 2011, Bijrapalli village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 170 males and 173 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijrapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 115 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 55 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Bijrapalli
Bijrapalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandigam | East | 1.26 km |
| Kuagam | North | 1.31 km |
| Charamula(choramula) | West | 1.85 km |
| Makaput | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Bandiguda | East | 2.84 km |
| Kurmakote | North | 2.97 km |
| Mundipodar | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Bagchuan | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Konga | South | 4.23 km |
| Janniguda | East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijrapalli
Public transport in the Bijrapalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sunabeda to Bijrapalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bijrapalli 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 Bijrapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijrapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijrapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijrapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijrapalli
Where is Bijrapalli located?
Bijrapalli village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijrapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijrapalli is Kusumi.
What is the pincode of Bijrapalli?
The pincode of Bijrapalli is 764058.
What is the population of Bijrapalli?
Bijrapalli has a total population of 343, including 170 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Bijrapalli?
There are 81 households in Bijrapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Bijrapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijrapalli is 52.19%. Male literacy is 67.65% and female literacy is 36.99%.