Birajpur - Dumri, Giridih
Birajpur is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Thakurchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birajpur is 352731. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.54 hectares and falls under the 825167 pincode.
Birajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Birajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Birajpur village had a total population of 553 people, including 305 males and 248 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 59.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
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 | 553 | 305 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 227 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 230 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 75 | 127 |
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 1-2 km of the Birajpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Birajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Birajpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Birajpur
Where is Birajpur located?
Birajpur village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Birajpur is Thakurchak.
What is the pincode of Birajpur?
The pincode of Birajpur is 825167.
What is the population of Birajpur?
Birajpur had a total population of 553, including 305 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Birajpur?
Birajpur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birajpur was 75.97%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 59.02%.