Bijhama - Boniyar, Baramulla
Bijhama is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Boniyar and around 40 km from Baramulla. Bijhama A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bijhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijhama is 002556. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bijhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijhama
According to the 2011 Census, Bijhama village had a total population of 2,346 people, including 1,228 males and 1,118 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 83.76% and female literacy at 62.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,346 | 1,228 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 224 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 841 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 387 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Bijhama
Bijhama 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 Bijhama
Public transport in the Bijhama is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uri to Bijhama is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Bijhama is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijhama 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 Bijhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijhama
Where is Bijhama located?
Bijhama village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bijhama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bijhama is Bijhama A.
What is the pincode of Bijhama?
The pincode of Bijhama is 193122.
What is the population of Bijhama?
Bijhama had a total population of 2,346, including 1,228 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Bijhama?
Bijhama had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhama was 73.42%. Male literacy was 83.76% and female literacy was 62.33%.