Bija
Bija is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Bija village is also a gram panchayat.
Bija has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Bija
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bija is 438573. The village spans a total geographical area of 907.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495113. Takhatpur is nearest town to Bija village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bija village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bija
Population of Bija
Below is a concise population overview of Bija as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,086 | 1,576 | 1,510 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 265 | 235 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 501 | 445 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 262 | 256 |
Literate Population | 1,815 | 1,102 | 713 |
Illiterate Population | 1,271 | 474 | 797 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bija village:
- The total population of Bija village is around 3,086, including approximately 1,576 males and 1,510 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 500 children aged 0–6 years in Bija village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bija village has 946 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 518 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bija village is about 58.81%, with male literacy at 69.92% and female literacy at 47.22%.
- There are around 673 households in Bija village.
Connectivity of Bija
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bija. As per the 2011 stats, Bija had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bija
Knowing the nearby villages of Bija helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bija.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bija
- Where is Bija located?
- Bija village is situated in Takhatpur Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bija?
- Bija serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bija?
- The pincode of Bija is 495113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bija is 3,086, with 1,576 males and 1,510 females.
- How many households are there in Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bija village has a total of 673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bija is 58.81%. The male literacy rate is 69.92%, while the female literacy rate is 47.22%.