Birejhar
Birejhar is a village located in Durg tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from Durg, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Birejhar village. As per 2009 stats, Birejhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Birejhar has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Birejhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birejhar is 442614. The village spans a total geographical area of 518.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491001. Durg is nearest town to Birejhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birejhar 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 Durg-rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg 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 Birejhar
Below is a concise population overview of Birejhar 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 | 2,200 | 1,091 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 153 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 331 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 766 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 325 | 548 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birejhar village:
- The total population of Birejhar village is around 2,200, including approximately 1,091 males and 1,109 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 331 children aged 0–6 years in Birejhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birejhar village has 639 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 106 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birejhar village is about 60.32%, with male literacy at 70.21% and female literacy at 50.59%.
- There are around 439 households in Birejhar village.
Connectivity of Birejhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birejhar. As per the 2011 stats, Birejhar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birejhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Birejhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birejhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birejhar
- Where is Birejhar located?
- Birejhar village is situated in Durg Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birejhar?
- Birejhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Birejhar?
- The pincode of Birejhar is 491001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birejhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birejhar is 2,200, with 1,091 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Birejhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birejhar village has a total of 439 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birejhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birejhar is 60.32%. The male literacy rate is 70.21%, while the female literacy rate is 50.59%.