Bedia
Bedia is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bedia village is also a gram panchayat.
Bedia has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bedia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bedia is 371753. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Bedia village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bedia
Below is a concise population overview of Bedia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 378 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 58 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 234 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 144 | 227 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bedia village:
- The total population of Bedia village is around 737, including approximately 378 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Bedia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bedia village has 186 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bedia village is about 49.66%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 36.77%.
- There are around 144 households in Bedia village.
Connectivity of Bedia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bedia. As per the 2011 stats, Bedia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bedia
Knowing the nearby villages of Bedia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bedia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bedia
- Where is Bedia located?
- Bedia village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bedia?
- Bedia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bedia?
- The pincode of Bedia is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bedia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bedia is 737, with 378 males and 359 females.
- How many households are there in Bedia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bedia village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bedia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bedia is 49.66%. The male literacy rate is 61.90%, while the female literacy rate is 36.77%.