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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bigha
As per Census 2011, Bigha village has a total population of 1,953 people, consisting of 998 males and 955 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bigha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,953 | 998 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 184 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,953, including 998 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Bigha?
There are 331 households in Bigha.
What is the literacy rate in Bigha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigha is 52.84%. Male literacy is 65.83% and female literacy is 39.27%.