Birajpur - Palojori, Deoghar
Birajpur is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dudhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birajpur is 355377. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Birajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birajpur village had a total population of 268 people, including 142 males and 126 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.95%, with male literacy at 57.66% and female literacy at 35.29%.
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 | 268 | 142 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 64 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 78 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Birajpur
Birajpur 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 Birajpur
Public transport in the Birajpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Birajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Birajpur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birajpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birajpur
Where is Birajpur located?
Birajpur village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birajpur is Dudhani.
What is the pincode of Birajpur?
The pincode of Birajpur is 814146.
What is the population of Birajpur?
Birajpur had a total population of 268, including 142 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Birajpur?
Birajpur had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birajpur was 46.95%. Male literacy was 57.66% and female literacy was 35.29%.