Birkera
Birkera is a village located in Sisai subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 23km away from Gumla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Birkera village. As per 2009 stats, Rerwa is the gram panchayat of Birkera village.
Here you can discover what makes Birkera unique in its vibrant Sisai-Gumla region. You’ll see Birkera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Birkera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkera is 375696. The village spans a total geographical area of 445 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835224. Sisai is nearest town to Birkera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Birkera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birkera
Population of Birkera
According to the 2011 Census, Birkera has a total population of about 984, with approximately 499 males and 485 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 604. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.66%, with male literacy at about 64.93% and female literacy near 42.06%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birkera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 984 | 499 | 485 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 604 | 301 | 303 |
Literate Population | 528 | 324 | 204 |
Illiterate Population | 456 | 175 | 281 |
Connectivity of Birkera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkera. As per the 2011 stats, Birkera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birkera
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkera
- Where is Birkera located?
- Birkera village is situated in Sisai Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birkera is Rerwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birkera?
- The pincode of Birkera is 835224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkera is 984, with 499 males and 485 females.
- How many households are there in Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkera village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkera is 53.66%. The male literacy rate is 64.93%, while the female literacy rate is 42.06%.