Baja - Bishungarh, Hazaribagh
Baja is a village situated in the Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnugarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Narki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baja is 368481. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 825312 pincode.
Baja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baja
According to the 2011 Census, Baja village had a total population of 199 people, including 104 males and 95 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.70%, with male literacy at 36.25% and female literacy at 29.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 199 | 104 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 75 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Baja
Baja 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 Baja
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Baja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Baja is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baja
Where is Baja located?
Baja village is located in Bishungarh Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baja?
The Gram Panchayat of Baja is Narki.
What is the pincode of Baja?
The pincode of Baja is 825312.
What is the population of Baja?
Baja had a total population of 199, including 104 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Baja?
Baja had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baja was 32.70%. Male literacy was 36.25% and female literacy was 29.11%.