Birajpur - Jama, Dumka
Birajpur is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bharaibpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birajpur is 371671. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.26 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode.
Birajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birajpur village had a total population of 488 people, including 237 males and 251 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.98%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 46.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 487.
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 | 488 | 237 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 237 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 185 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 52 | 154 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Birajpur. The nearest railway station is located within >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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Birajpur 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Birajpur
Where is Birajpur located?
Birajpur village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birajpur is Bharaibpur.
What is the pincode of Birajpur?
The pincode of Birajpur is 814110.
What is the population of Birajpur?
Birajpur had a total population of 488, including 237 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Birajpur?
Birajpur had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birajpur was 69.98%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 46.63%.