Billi - Madhupur, Deoghar
Billi is a village situated in the Madhupur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Gonaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billi is 354644. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode.
Billi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Billi
According to the 2011 Census, Billi village had a total population of 980 people, including 524 males and 456 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.79%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 55.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 426.
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 | 980 | 524 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 102 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 231 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 340 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 184 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Billi
Billi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamuni | South | 0.96 km |
| Tanderi | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Charpa | North | 1.23 km |
| Jama | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Kajra | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Sonabad | South | 2.06 km |
| Gangti | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Govindpur | East | 2.35 km |
| Belwatari | North | 2.39 km |
| Matiara | South-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billi
Billi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhupur Jn, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Billi is about 36 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 Billi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Billi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Billi
Where is Billi located?
Billi village is located in Madhupur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billi?
The Gram Panchayat of Billi is Gonaiya.
What is the pincode of Billi?
The pincode of Billi is 815353.
What is the population of Billi?
Billi had a total population of 980, including 524 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Billi?
Billi had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Billi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billi was 68.79%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 55.67%.