Bajha
Bajha is a village located in Katkamsandi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Katkamsandi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Bajha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bajha unique in its vibrant Katkamsandi-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Bajha’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 Bajha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bajha is 368606. The village spans a total geographical area of 466 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825334. Katkamsandi is nearest town to Bajha village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Bajha village comes under Hazaribagh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Bajha
Population of Bajha
According to the 2011 Census, Bajha has a total population of about 1,381, with approximately 689 males and 692 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 267 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 499. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.64%, with male literacy at about 61.10% and female literacy near 44.22%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bajha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 689 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 167 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 236 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 421 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 268 | 386 |
Connectivity of Bajha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bajha. As per the 2011 stats, Bajha 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bajha
Knowing the nearby villages of Bajha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bajha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bajha
- Where is Bajha located?
- Bajha village is situated in Katkamsandi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bajha?
- Bajha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bajha?
- The pincode of Bajha is 825334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bajha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bajha is 1,381, with 689 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Bajha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bajha village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bajha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bajha is 52.64%. The male literacy rate is 61.10%, while the female literacy rate is 44.22%.