Birajpur - Bengabad, Giridih
Birajpur is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Chapuadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birajpur is 351671. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.36 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Birajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birajpur village had a total population of 332 people, including 177 males and 155 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.19%, with male literacy at 83.97% and female literacy at 43.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 332 | 177 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 131 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 46 | 102 |
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
Birajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Birajpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Birajpur is about 26 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birajpur
Where is Birajpur located?
Birajpur village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birajpur is Chapuadih.
What is the pincode of Birajpur?
The pincode of Birajpur is 815312.
What is the population of Birajpur?
Birajpur had a total population of 332, including 177 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Birajpur?
Birajpur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birajpur was 66.19%. Male literacy was 83.97% and female literacy was 43.44%.