Bigha
Bigha is a village located in Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Chauparan. Chauparan is the sub-district headquarter of Bigha village. As per 2009 stats, Chauparan is the gram panchayat of Bigha village.
Bigha has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 Bigha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bigha is 367681. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825406. Chauparan is nearest town to Bigha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bigha 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 Barhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Bigha
Below is a concise population overview of Bigha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,138 | 560 | 578 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 106 | 136 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 208 | 214 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 124 | 144 |
Literate Population | 534 | 315 | 219 |
Illiterate Population | 604 | 245 | 359 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bigha village:
- The total population of Bigha village is around 1,138, including approximately 560 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Bigha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bigha village has 422 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 268 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bigha village is about 46.92%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 37.89%.
- There are around 217 households in Bigha village.
Connectivity of Bigha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bigha. As per the 2011 stats, Bigha 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bigha
Knowing the nearby villages of Bigha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bigha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bigha
- Where is Bigha located?
- Bigha village is situated in Chauparan Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bigha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bigha is Chauparan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bigha?
- The pincode of Bigha is 825406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bigha is 1,138, with 560 males and 578 females.
- How many households are there in Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bigha village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bigha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bigha is 46.92%. The male literacy rate is 56.25%, while the female literacy rate is 37.89%.