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.
Birkera has its own place in the vibrant Gumla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Birkera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birkera village:
- The total population of Birkera village is around 984, including approximately 499 males and 485 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Birkera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birkera village has 604 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birkera village is about 53.66%, with male literacy at 64.93% and female literacy at 42.06%.
- There are around 174 households in Birkera village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.