Bijori - Rohru, Shimla
Bijori is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Rantari (seema) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijori is 026491. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Bijori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijori
As per Census 2011, Bijori village has a total population of 824 people, consisting of 439 males and 385 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 824 | 439 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 195 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 337 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 102 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Bijori
Bijori 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 Bijori
Public transport in the Bijori is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Bijori is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijori
Where is Bijori located?
Bijori village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijori?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijori is Rantari (seema).
What is the pincode of Bijori?
The pincode of Bijori is 171207.
What is the population of Bijori?
Bijori has a total population of 824, including 439 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Bijori?
There are 184 households in Bijori.
What is the literacy rate in Bijori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijori is 67.60%. Male literacy is 76.77% and female literacy is 57.14%.