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.
Bijwar has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Bijwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bijwar village:
- The total population of Bijwar village is around 2,626, including approximately 1,367 males and 1,259 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 553 children aged 0–6 years in Bijwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bijwar village has 820 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bijwar village is about 27.30%, with male literacy at 30.94% and female literacy at 23.35%.
- There are around 462 households in Bijwar village.
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%.