Bilaspur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Bilaspur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kanachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilaspur is 316536. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.2 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bilaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Bilaspur village had a total population of 674 people, including 341 males and 333 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.40%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 79.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351.
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 | 674 | 341 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 177 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 260 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 81 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Bilaspur
Bilaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junidpur | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Namakanda | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Haturia | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Mahula | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Bhalian | West | 1.52 km |
| Kanachi | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Guru Chandrapur | North | 1.66 km |
| Tildanga | West | 1.95 km |
| Karkaria (part) | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Majharipara | South-East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bilaspur
Bilaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Bilaspur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Bilaspur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilaspur 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 Bilaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilaspur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bilaspur
Where is Bilaspur located?
Bilaspur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilaspur is Kanachi.
What is the pincode of Bilaspur?
The pincode of Bilaspur is 731216.
What is the population of Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had a total population of 674, including 341 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Bilaspur?
Bilaspur had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilaspur was 84.40%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 79.65%.