Bijalpur - Sinapali, Nuapada
Bijalpur is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Gorla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijalpur is 422166. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bijalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijalpur
As per Census 2011, Bijalpur village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 142 males and 166 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 142 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 22 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 73 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 69 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Bijalpur
Bijalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumerbahal | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Fulchi | South | 1.51 km |
| Kusumkhunta | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Kathibadi | East | 2.62 km |
| Gorla | East | 4.08 km |
| Armala | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Khapurimal | East | 5.16 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Khirbhadi | South-East | 5.48 km |
| Karlakhamar | East | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijalpur
Bijalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| 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 Khariar Road to Bijalpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Bijalpur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijalpur 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 Bijalpur
Where is Bijalpur located?
Bijalpur village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijalpur is Gorla.
What is the pincode of Bijalpur?
The pincode of Bijalpur is 766108.
What is the population of Bijalpur?
Bijalpur has a total population of 308, including 142 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Bijalpur?
There are 85 households in Bijalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijalpur is 37.66%. Male literacy is 51.41% and female literacy is 25.90%.