Bighi

Bighi is a village located in Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Barachatti (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bumer is the gram panchayat of Bighi village.

Here you can discover what makes Bighi unique in its vibrant Barachatti-Gaya region. You’ll see Bighi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bighi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bighi is 257389. The village spans a total geographical area of 533 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Bighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Bighi

According to the 2011 Census, Bighi has a total population of about 1,394, with approximately 667 males and 727 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 327 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.77%, with male literacy at about 35.23% and female literacy near 24.76%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bighi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,394 667 727
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 327 167 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,263 600 663
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 415 235 180
Illiterate Population 979 432 547

Connectivity of Bighi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bighi. As per the 2011 stats, Bighi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bighi

Knowing the nearby villages of Bighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bighi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bighi

Where is Bighi located?
Bighi village is situated in Barachatti Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bighi is Bumer (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bighi is 1,394, with 667 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Bighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bighi village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bighi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bighi is 29.77%. The male literacy rate is 35.23%, while the female literacy rate is 24.76%.