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.

Bij has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh 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 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.

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Population of Bij

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Bij village is around 3,579, including approximately 1,846 males and 1,733 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 507 children aged 0–6 years in Bij village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bij village has 250 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bij village is about 58.26%, with male literacy at 67.39% and female literacy at 48.53%.
  • There are around 636 households in Bij village.

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.

Nakhada Rampara Ajotha Badalpara Kajli Bhalpara Anand Para Tobra Khambha Mahobatpara Rangpur

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%.