Birna - Rajpur, Buxar
Birna is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Sikathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birna is 248607. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Birna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birna
According to the 2011 Census, Birna village had a total population of 1,135 people, including 601 males and 534 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.93%, with male literacy at 89.84% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 423.
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 | 1,135 | 601 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 221 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 460 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 141 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Birna
Birna 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 Birna
Birna 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Birna is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birna
Where is Birna located?
Birna village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birna?
The Gram Panchayat of Birna is Sikathi.
What is the pincode of Birna?
The pincode of Birna is 802122.
What is the population of Birna?
Birna had a total population of 1,135, including 601 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Birna?
Birna had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birna was 78.93%. Male literacy was 89.84% and female literacy was 66.67%.