Bijradih - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Bijradih is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijradih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijradih is 446763. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Mahasamund is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bijradih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijradih
According to the 2011 Census, Bijradih village had a total population of 237 people, including 115 males and 122 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.48%, with male literacy at 76.53% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 115 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 40 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Bijradih
Bijradih is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bijradih
Bijradih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahasamund to Bijradih is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bijradih is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijradih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijradih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijradih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijradih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijradih
Where is Bijradih located?
Bijradih village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijradih?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijradih is Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Bijradih?
The pincode of Bijradih is 493445.
What is the population of Bijradih?
Bijradih had a total population of 237, including 115 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Bijradih?
Bijradih had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijradih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijradih was 67.48%. Male literacy was 76.53% and female literacy was 59.26%.