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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Birajpur village has a total population of 332 people, consisting of 177 males and 155 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 177 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| 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 has a total population of 332, including 177 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Birajpur?
There are 57 households in Birajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Birajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birajpur is 55.42%. Male literacy is 74.01% and female literacy is 34.19%.