Bijhua - Dumaria, Gaya
Bijhua is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Nandai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijhua is 256231. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bijhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijhua
As per Census 2011, Bijhua village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,057 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 920 literate and 1,257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 842 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,120 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 200 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 842 | 422 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 582 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,257 | 538 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Bijhua
Bijhua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishunpur | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Nanai | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Singh Pur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Manrar | North | 1.68 km |
| Karhanni | West | 1.84 km |
| Jagatpur | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Balsora | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Beni Nagar | East | 2.51 km |
| Milki | East | 2.97 km |
| Ramdohar | East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijhua
Bijhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nabenagar Road, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Bijhua is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Bijhua is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijhua 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 Bijhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijhua 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 Bijhua
Where is Bijhua located?
Bijhua village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijhua is Nandai.
What is the pincode of Bijhua?
The pincode of Bijhua is 824221.
What is the population of Bijhua?
Bijhua has a total population of 2,177, including 1,120 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Bijhua?
There are 436 households in Bijhua.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhua is 42.26%. Male literacy is 51.96% and female literacy is 31.98%.