Bijepur - Ulunda, Sonepur
Bijepur is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Biramaharajpur and around 4 km from Subarnapur. Mundoghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijepur is 419377. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bijepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijepur
As per Census 2011, Bijepur village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 149 males and 143 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 149 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 116 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 33 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bijepur
Bijepur 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 Bijepur
Bijepur 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 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 Sonapur to Bijepur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Bijepur is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijepur
Where is Bijepur located?
Bijepur village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijepur is Mundoghat.
What is the pincode of Bijepur?
The pincode of Bijepur is 767018.
What is the population of Bijepur?
Bijepur has a total population of 292, including 149 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Bijepur?
There are 75 households in Bijepur.
What is the literacy rate in Bijepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijepur is 72.60%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 67.13%.