Bijuliya - Chas, Bokaro
Bijuliya is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bikaro. Bijuliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijuliya is 362648. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.68 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Bijuliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandankyari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijuliya
As per Census 2011, Bijuliya village has a total population of 2,905 people, consisting of 1,515 males and 1,390 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,747 literate and 1,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijuliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,515 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 236 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 414 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,747 | 1,090 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 425 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Bijuliya
Bijuliya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tughari | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Dumarda | West | 1.68 km |
| Belanja | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Aluara | East | 2.23 km |
| Sindurpeti | South | 2.38 km |
| Usardi | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Batbinor | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Belut | West | 3.21 km |
| Singra | North | 3.45 km |
| Buribinora | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijuliya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bijuliya. The nearest railway station is Talgaria, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bikaro to Bijuliya is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijuliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijuliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijuliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijuliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijuliya
Where is Bijuliya located?
Bijuliya village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijuliya?
Bijuliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijuliya?
The pincode of Bijuliya is 827013.
What is the population of Bijuliya?
Bijuliya has a total population of 2,905, including 1,515 males and 1,390 females.
How many households are there in Bijuliya?
There are 582 households in Bijuliya.
What is the literacy rate in Bijuliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijuliya is 60.14%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 47.27%.