Bichkora - Jama, Dumka
Bichkora is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bedia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichkora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichkora is 371690. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.5 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Bichkora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichkora
As per Census 2011, Bichkora village has a total population of 1,367 people, consisting of 718 males and 649 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,012 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichkora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 718 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 126 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,012 | 525 | 487 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 459 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 259 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Bichkora
Bichkora 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 Bichkora
Public transport in the Bichkora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bichkora.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Bichkora is about 30 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 Bichkora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichkora 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 Bichkora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichkora 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 Bichkora
Where is Bichkora located?
Bichkora village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichkora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichkora is Bedia.
What is the pincode of Bichkora?
The pincode of Bichkora is 814110.
What is the population of Bichkora?
Bichkora has a total population of 1,367, including 718 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Bichkora?
There are 265 households in Bichkora.
What is the literacy rate in Bichkora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichkora is 53.69%. Male literacy is 63.93% and female literacy is 42.37%.