Bijagura - Nandapur, Koraput
Bijagura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hikimput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijagura is 429918. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bijagura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijagura
According to the 2011 Census, Bijagura village had a total population of 58 people, including 30 males and 28 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.05%, with male literacy at 23.53% and female literacy at 19.05%.
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 | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bijagura
Bijagura 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 Bijagura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bijagura. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bijagura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Bijagura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bijagura is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijagura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijagura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijagura
Where is Bijagura located?
Bijagura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijagura is Hikimput.
What is the pincode of Bijagura?
The pincode of Bijagura is 764037.
What is the population of Bijagura?
Bijagura had a total population of 58, including 30 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Bijagura?
Bijagura had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijagura was 21.05%. Male literacy was 23.53% and female literacy was 19.05%.