Bijapur Village - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bijapur is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijapur is 425125. The village covers a total geographical area of 808 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijapur
As per Census 2011, Bijapur village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 568 males and 550 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 416 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 568 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 232 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 275 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 293 | 407 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Bijapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bijapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijapur
Where is Bijapur located?
Bijapur village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijapur?
Bijapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijapur?
The pincode of Bijapur is 765026.
What is the population of Bijapur?
Bijapur has a total population of 1,118, including 568 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Bijapur?
There are 232 households in Bijapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijapur is 37.39%. Male literacy is 48.42% and female literacy is 26.00%.