Bijka
Bijka is a village located in Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Bhandaria (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Bijka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bijka unique in its vibrant Bhandaria-Garhwa region. You’ll see Bijka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bijka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijka is 347977. The village spans a total geographical area of 3556.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822125. Garhwa is nearest town to Bijka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bijka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palamau Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bijka
Population of Bijka
According to the 2011 Census, Bijka has a total population of about 2,399, with approximately 1,231 males and 1,168 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 609 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,906. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.56%, with male literacy at about 40.45% and female literacy near 24.23%. There are around 403 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,399 | 1,231 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 308 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,906 | 979 | 927 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 498 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,618 | 733 | 885 |
Connectivity of Bijka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijka. As per the 2011 stats, Bijka 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 Bijka
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijka
- Where is Bijka located?
- Bijka village is situated in Bhandaria Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijka?
- Bijka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bijka?
- The pincode of Bijka is 822125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijka is 2,399, with 1,231 males and 1,168 females.
- How many households are there in Bijka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijka village has a total of 403 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijka is 32.56%. The male literacy rate is 40.45%, while the female literacy rate is 24.23%.