Bajardih - Dhuraiya, Banka
Bajardih is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sijhat Baliyas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajardih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajardih is 241004. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bajardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bajardih
According to the 2011 Census, Bajardih village had a total population of 783 people, including 420 males and 363 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.55%, with male literacy at 50.76% and female literacy at 29.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 783 | 420 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 166 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 254 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Bajardih
Bajardih 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 Bajardih
Bajardih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bajardih has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Bajardih is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajardih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bajardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajardih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bajardih
Where is Bajardih located?
Bajardih village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bajardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajardih is Sijhat Baliyas.
What is the pincode of Bajardih?
The pincode of Bajardih is 813205.
What is the population of Bajardih?
Bajardih had a total population of 783, including 420 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Bajardih?
Bajardih had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajardih was 40.55%. Male literacy was 50.76% and female literacy was 29.11%.