Burhigara Village Overview
Burhigara is a village in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur tehsil of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It lies about 39 km from Chatra district headquarters. Shaligram Ram Narayanpur(hunterganj) is the tehsil headquarters. As per available records (2009), Joldiha is the Gram Panchayat for Burhigara village.
The sections below provide essential information about Burhigara village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burhigara is 348255. The village covers a geographical area of 37 hectares and has a pincode of 825401. Shaligram Ram Narayanpur is the nearest town.
Location Map of Burhigara
Population & Demographics of Burhigara
This section provides population and demographic details of Burhigara village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 173 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 147 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 124 | 135 |
Key population details of Burhigara village are given below:
- Burhigara village is a small village with a total population of around 344, including approximately 173 males and 171 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 299 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Burhigara village is low, with a literacy rate of about 24.71%.
- There are around 65 households in Burhigara village.
Transport & Connectivity of Burhigara
Transport facilities help residents of Burhigara village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Burhigara
The following villages are located close to Burhigara and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Burhigara
- Where is Burhigara located?
- Burhigara village is located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Burhigara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Burhigara is Joldiha (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Burhigara?
- The pincode of Burhigara is 825401.
- What is the population of Burhigara?
- Burhigara has a total population of 344, including 173 males and 171 females.
- How many households are there in Burhigara?
- There are 65 households in Burhigara.
- What is the literacy rate in Burhigara?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burhigara is 24.71%. Male literacy is 28.32% and female literacy is 21.05%.