Bij
Bij is a village located in Patan Veraval taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Veraval (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Bij village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bij unique in its vibrant Patan Veraval-Junagadh region. You’ll see Bij’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 Bij
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bij is 515052. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362268. Veraval is nearest town to Bij village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Bij
Population of Bij
According to the 2011 Census, Bij has a total population of about 3,579, with approximately 1,846 males and 1,733 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 507 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 250 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.26%, with male literacy at about 67.39% and female literacy near 48.53%. There are around 636 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bij's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,579 | 1,846 | 1,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 254 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 134 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,085 | 1,244 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,494 | 602 | 892 |
Connectivity of Bij
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bij. As per the 2011 stats, Bij had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bij
Knowing the nearby villages of Bij helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bij.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bij
- Where is Bij located?
- Bij village is situated in Patan Veraval Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bij?
- Bij serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bij?
- The pincode of Bij is 362268, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bij as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bij is 3,579, with 1,846 males and 1,733 females.
- How many households are there in Bij as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bij village has a total of 636 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bij as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bij is 58.26%. The male literacy rate is 67.39%, while the female literacy rate is 48.53%.