Bijarni - Bhagwa, Doda
Bijarni is a village situated in the Bhagwa tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Doda and around 15 km from Doda. Bajarni Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijarni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijarni is 004144. The village covers a total geographical area of 2577.9 hectares and falls under the 182202 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bijarni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijarni
As per Census 2011, Bijarni village has a total population of 7,981 people, consisting of 4,119 males and 3,862 females. The village has 1,564 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,948 literate and 4,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 725 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijarni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,981 | 4,119 | 3,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,458 | 768 | 690 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 189 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 725 | 389 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 3,948 | 2,498 | 1,450 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,033 | 1,621 | 2,412 |
Nearby Villages of Bijarni
Bijarni 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 Bijarni
Public transport in the Bijarni is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Bijarni is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijarni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijarni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijarni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijarni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijarni
Where is Bijarni located?
Bijarni village is located in Bhagwa Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijarni?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijarni is Bajarni Upper.
What is the pincode of Bijarni?
The pincode of Bijarni is 182202.
What is the population of Bijarni?
Bijarni has a total population of 7,981, including 4,119 males and 3,862 females.
How many households are there in Bijarni?
There are 1,564 households in Bijarni.
What is the literacy rate in Bijarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijarni is 49.47%. Male literacy is 60.65% and female literacy is 37.55%.