Biswas Khani - Mahagama, Godda
Biswas Khani is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. Wishwas Khani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswas Khani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswas Khani is 356528. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Biswas Khani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biswas Khani
As per Census 2011, Biswas Khani village has a total population of 3,081 people, consisting of 1,604 males and 1,477 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,239 literate and 1,842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswas Khani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,081 | 1,604 | 1,477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 259 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,239 | 788 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,842 | 816 | 1,026 |
Nearby Villages of Biswas Khani
Biswas Khani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kewan | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Dumaria Kalan | North | 1.65 km |
| Arazi Koriana | South | 1.84 km |
| Koriana | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Sagrampur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Dumaria Khurd | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Ransi | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Pararia | East | 2.62 km |
| Rupni | South | 2.77 km |
| Beldiha | East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biswas Khani
Biswas Khani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanjha, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Biswas Khani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswas Khani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biswas Khani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswas Khani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biswas Khani
Where is Biswas Khani located?
Biswas Khani village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswas Khani?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswas Khani is Wishwas Khani.
What is the pincode of Biswas Khani?
The pincode of Biswas Khani is 814155.
What is the population of Biswas Khani?
Biswas Khani has a total population of 3,081, including 1,604 males and 1,477 females.
How many households are there in Biswas Khani?
There are 539 households in Biswas Khani.
What is the literacy rate in Biswas Khani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswas Khani is 40.21%. Male literacy is 49.13% and female literacy is 30.53%.