Binjam

Binjam is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Binjam village is also a gram panchayat.

Binjam has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Binjam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Binjam is 450166. The village spans a total geographical area of 976.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Binjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Binjam 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Binjam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,164 568 596
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 212 107 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 958 468 490
Literate Population 445 287 158
Illiterate Population 719 281 438

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

  • The total population of Binjam village is around 1,164, including approximately 568 males and 596 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 212 children aged 0–6 years in Binjam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Binjam village has 958 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Binjam village is about 38.23%, with male literacy at 50.53% and female literacy at 26.51%.
  • There are around 267 households in Binjam village.

Connectivity of Binjam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Binjam. As per the 2011 stats, Binjam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Binjam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Binjam

Where is Binjam located?
Binjam village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binjam?
Binjam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Binjam?
The pincode of Binjam is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Binjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Binjam is 1,164, with 568 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Binjam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Binjam village has a total of 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binjam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Binjam is 38.23%. The male literacy rate is 50.53%, while the female literacy rate is 26.51%.