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.
Here you can discover what makes Binjam unique in its vibrant Gidam-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Binjam’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 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.
Google Map of Binjam
Population of Binjam
According to the 2011 Census, Binjam has a total population of about 1,164, with approximately 568 males and 596 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 958. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.23%, with male literacy at about 50.53% and female literacy near 26.51%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Binjam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.