Bijli
Bijli is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bijli village. As per 2009 stats, Rampur Keonthal is the gram panchayat of Bijli village.
Here you can discover what makes Bijli unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Bijli’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 Bijli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijli is 024467. The village spans a total geographical area of 16.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla is nearest town to Bijli village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bijli
Population of Bijli
According to the 2011 Census, Bijli has a total population of about 57, with approximately 28 males and 29 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 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 80.70%, with male literacy at about 85.71% and female literacy near 75.86%. There are around 12 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Connectivity of Bijli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijli. As per the 2011 stats, Bijli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijli
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijli
- Where is Bijli located?
- Bijli village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bijli is Rampur Keonthal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bijli?
- The pincode of Bijli is 171011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijli is 57, with 28 males and 29 females.
- How many households are there in Bijli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijli village has a total of 12 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijli is 80.70%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 75.86%.