Bijhri
Bijhri is a village located in Dhatwal tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Bijhri. Bijhri is the sub-district headquarter of Bijhri village. As per 2009 stats, Bijhari is the gram panchayat of Bijhri village.
Bijhri has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur 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 Bijhri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijhri is 017655. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176040. Bhota is nearest town to Bijhri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bijhri 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 Barsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bijhri
Population of Bijhri
Below is a concise population overview of Bijhri 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 | 1,855 | 877 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 107 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,447 | 720 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 157 | 251 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bijhri village:
- The total population of Bijhri village is around 1,855, including approximately 877 males and 978 females, with a sex ratio of 1115 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Bijhri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bijhri village has 165 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bijhri village is about 78.01%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 74.34%.
- There are around 437 households in Bijhri village.
Connectivity of Bijhri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijhri. As per the 2011 stats, Bijhri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijhri
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijhri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijhri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijhri
- Where is Bijhri located?
- Bijhri village is situated in Dhatwal Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijhri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bijhri is Bijhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bijhri?
- The pincode of Bijhri is 176040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijhri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijhri is 1,855, with 877 males and 978 females.
- How many households are there in Bijhri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijhri village has a total of 437 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijhri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijhri is 78.01%. The male literacy rate is 82.10%, while the female literacy rate is 74.34%.