Birnagar - Meherma, Godda
Birnagar is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meherma and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Dhodha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birnagar is 355789. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Birnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birnagar
As per Census 2011, Birnagar village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 214 males and 215 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 214 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 137 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 77 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Birnagar
Birnagar 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 Birnagar
Birnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Birnagar is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birnagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birnagar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birnagar
Where is Birnagar located?
Birnagar village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Birnagar is Dhodha.
What is the pincode of Birnagar?
The pincode of Birnagar is 814160.
What is the population of Birnagar?
Birnagar has a total population of 429, including 214 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Birnagar?
There are 84 households in Birnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Birnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birnagar is 51.52%. Male literacy is 64.02% and female literacy is 39.07%.