Bahinga - Jama, Dumka
Bahinga is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Thanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahinga is 371615. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Bahinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bahinga
According to the 2011 Census, Bahinga village had a total population of 321 people, including 180 males and 141 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.28%, with male literacy at 89.31% and female literacy at 46.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 321 | 180 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 142 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 38 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Bahinga
Bahinga 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 Bahinga
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Bahinga is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bahinga
Where is Bahinga located?
Bahinga village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahinga is Thanpur.
What is the pincode of Bahinga?
The pincode of Bahinga is 814110.
What is the population of Bahinga?
Bahinga had a total population of 321, including 180 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Bahinga?
Bahinga had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahinga was 70.28%. Male literacy was 89.31% and female literacy was 46.46%.