Bijapur - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Bijapur is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Dabugan and around 42 km from Nabarangapur . Chatiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapur is 427617. The village covers a total geographical area of 902 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bijapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijapur
As per Census 2011, Bijapur village has a total population of 1,729 people, consisting of 870 males and 859 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 1,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,437 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,729 | 870 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 170 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,437 | 712 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 357 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 513 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Bijapur
Bijapur 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 Bijapur
Bijapur 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 5-10 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 Umarkote to Bijapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Bijapur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijapur
Where is Bijapur located?
Bijapur village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijapur is Chatiguda.
What is the pincode of Bijapur?
The pincode of Bijapur is 764072.
What is the population of Bijapur?
Bijapur has a total population of 1,729, including 870 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Bijapur?
There are 364 households in Bijapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapur is 31.41%. Male literacy is 41.03% and female literacy is 21.65%.