Bichhwa
Bichhwa is a village located in Sikandra subdivision of Jamui district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sikandra (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Jamui. As per 2009 stats, Bichhwe is the gram panchayat of Bichhwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Bichhwa unique in its vibrant Sikandra-Jamui region. You’ll see Bichhwa’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 Bichhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bichhwa is 258616. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 811315. Jamui is nearest town to Bichhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Bichhwa
Population of Bichhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bichhwa has a total population of about 3,035, with approximately 1,569 males and 1,466 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 586 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 409 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.76%, with male literacy at about 58.38% and female literacy near 38.47%. There are around 445 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bichhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,035 | 1,569 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 301 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 224 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,480 | 916 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 653 | 902 |
Connectivity of Bichhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bichhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Bichhwa 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bichhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Bichhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bichhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bichhwa
- Where is Bichhwa located?
- Bichhwa village is situated in Sikandra Subdivision, within the Jamui district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bichhwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bichhwa is Bichhwe (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bichhwa?
- The pincode of Bichhwa is 811315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bichhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bichhwa is 3,035, with 1,569 males and 1,466 females.
- How many households are there in Bichhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bichhwa village has a total of 445 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bichhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bichhwa is 48.76%. The male literacy rate is 58.38%, while the female literacy rate is 38.47%.