Bijaura - Meja, Prayagraj
Bijaura is a village situated in the Meja tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Meja and around 42 km from Allahabad. Bijaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaura is 163329. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.31 hectares and falls under the 212302 pincode. Sirsa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bijaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijaura
As per Census 2011, Bijaura village has a total population of 2,556 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,270 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 1,338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,556 | 1,286 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 186 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 193 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 782 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,338 | 504 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaura
Bijaura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devhatta Uparhar | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Devhatta Kachhar | North | 1.16 km |
| Dorava | South | 1.28 km |
| Chhatava Uparhar | West | 1.35 km |
| Dubepur Kachhar | North | 1.78 km |
| Hariharpur Kachhar | North | 1.79 km |
| Samogara | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Chhatava Kachhar | West | 1.84 km |
| Dubepur Uparhar | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Gondaura | South | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijaura
Bijaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Meja Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sirsa to Bijaura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Bijaura 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 Bijaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijaura
Where is Bijaura located?
Bijaura village is located in Meja Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijaura?
Bijaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijaura?
The pincode of Bijaura is 212302.
What is the population of Bijaura?
Bijaura has a total population of 2,556, including 1,286 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Bijaura?
There are 347 households in Bijaura.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaura is 47.65%. Male literacy is 60.81% and female literacy is 34.33%.