Biru

Biru is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Gaura is the gram panchayat of Biru village.

Biru has its own place in the vibrant Purnia region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Biru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Biru is 223540. The village spans a total geographical area of 26 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Biru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Biru

Below is a concise population overview of Biru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 259 135 124
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 31 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 132 64 68
Literate Population 81 55 26
Illiterate Population 178 80 98

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Biru village:

  • The total population of Biru village is around 259, including approximately 135 males and 124 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Biru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Biru village has 132 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Biru village is about 31.27%, with male literacy at 40.74% and female literacy at 20.97%.
  • There are around 55 households in Biru village.

Connectivity of Biru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Biru. As per the 2011 stats, Biru 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Biru

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

Kadwadangi Majhwa Maheshpur Isruil Kalsarkismat Sahawa Barhampur Rasulpur Sadhauli Khurd Sara Bathana Phul Banaili

Frequently Asked Questions about Biru

Where is Biru located?
Biru village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biru?
The Gram Panchayat of Biru is Gaura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Biru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Biru is 259, with 135 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Biru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Biru village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Biru is 31.27%. The male literacy rate is 40.74%, while the female literacy rate is 20.97%.