Birnia - Meherma, Godda
Birnia is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Godda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gajhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birnia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birnia is 355810. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Birnia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birnia
According to the 2011 Census, Birnia village had a total population of 848 people, including 455 males and 393 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.73%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 37.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527.
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 | 848 | 455 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 291 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 264 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 191 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Birnia
Birnia 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 Birnia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Birnia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Birnia 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 Birnia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birnia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Birnia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birnia 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 Birnia
Where is Birnia located?
Birnia village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Birnia is Gajhanda.
What is the pincode of Birnia?
The pincode of Birnia is 814160.
What is the population of Birnia?
Birnia had a total population of 848, including 455 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Birnia?
Birnia had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birnia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birnia was 54.73%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 37.58%.