Bijepur - Dwarahat, Almora
Bijepur is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Vijay Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijepur is 052640. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.72 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bijepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijepur
According to the 2011 Census, Bijepur village had a total population of 925 people, including 421 males and 504 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,197 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.17%, with male literacy at 97.15% and female literacy at 79.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227.
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 | 925 | 421 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 102 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 341 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 80 | 159 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bijepur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dwarahat to Bijepur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bijepur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. 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 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 Bijepur
Where is Bijepur located?
Bijepur village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijepur is Vijay Pur.
What is the pincode of Bijepur?
The pincode of Bijepur is 263653.
What is the population of Bijepur?
Bijepur had a total population of 925, including 421 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Bijepur?
Bijepur had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijepur was 87.17%. Male literacy was 97.15% and female literacy was 79.13%.