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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Bijhama village has a total population of 2,346 people, consisting of 1,228 males and 1,118 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijhama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,346 | 1,228 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 224 | 181 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Bijhama?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 2,346, including 1,228 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Bijhama?
There are 389 households in Bijhama.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhama is 60.74%. Male literacy is 68.49% and female literacy is 52.24%.