Bigha - Markacho, Koderma
Bigha is a village situated in the Markacho subdivision of Koderma district, Jharkhand. Kadodih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bigha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bigha is 349816. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 825318 pincode.
Bigha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bigha
According to the 2011 Census, Bigha village had a total population of 1,953 people, including 998 males and 955 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.70%, with male literacy at 80.71% and female literacy at 48.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274.
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 | 1,953 | 998 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 184 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 657 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 341 | 580 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bigha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bigha. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bigha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Bigha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bigha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bigha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bigha 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bigha
Where is Bigha located?
Bigha village is located in Markacho Subdivision, Koderma district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bigha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bigha is Kadodih.
What is the pincode of Bigha?
The pincode of Bigha is 825318.
What is the population of Bigha?
Bigha had a total population of 1,953, including 998 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Bigha?
Bigha had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigha was 64.70%. Male literacy was 80.71% and female literacy was 48.02%.