Bijwar
Bijwar is a village located in Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mahishi (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Sirwar Birwar is the gram panchayat of Bijwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Bijwar unique in its vibrant Mahishi-Saharsa region. You’ll see Bijwar’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 Bijwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijwar is 226410. The village spans a total geographical area of 967 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852216. Saharsa is nearest town to Bijwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Bijwar
Population of Bijwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bijwar has a total population of about 2,626, with approximately 1,367 males and 1,259 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 553 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 820 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.30%, with male literacy at about 30.94% and female literacy near 23.35%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,626 | 1,367 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 276 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 820 | 419 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 423 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,909 | 944 | 965 |
Connectivity of Bijwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijwar. As per the 2011 stats, Bijwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijwar
- Where is Bijwar located?
- Bijwar village is situated in Mahishi Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bijwar is Sirwar Birwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bijwar?
- The pincode of Bijwar is 852216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijwar is 2,626, with 1,367 males and 1,259 females.
- How many households are there in Bijwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijwar village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijwar is 27.30%. The male literacy rate is 30.94%, while the female literacy rate is 23.35%.