Bijipur - Kanas, Puri
Bijipur is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Satyabadi and around 30 km from Puri. Parajapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijipur is 409693. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bijipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bijipur village had a total population of 795 people, including 402 males and 393 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.13%, with male literacy at 94.89% and female literacy at 81.16%.
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 | 795 | 402 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 353 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 49 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Bijipur
Bijipur 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 Bijipur
Bijipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bijipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Puri to Bijipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijipur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bijipur
Where is Bijipur located?
Bijipur village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijipur is Parajapada.
What is the pincode of Bijipur?
The pincode of Bijipur is 752017.
What is the population of Bijipur?
Bijipur had a total population of 795, including 402 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Bijipur?
Bijipur had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijipur was 88.13%. Male literacy was 94.89% and female literacy was 81.16%.