Bijra - Patan, Palamu
Bijra is a village situated in the Patan subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Palamu. Naudiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijra is 365870. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode.
Bijra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bijra
According to the 2011 Census, Bijra village had a total population of 207 people, including 111 males and 96 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 69.05%.
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 | 207 | 111 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 83 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bijra
Bijra 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 Bijra
Bijra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palamu to Bijra is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijra
Where is Bijra located?
Bijra village is located in Patan Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijra is Naudiha.
What is the pincode of Bijra?
The pincode of Bijra is 822123.
What is the population of Bijra?
Bijra had a total population of 207, including 111 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Bijra?
Bijra had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijra was 77.90%. Male literacy was 85.57% and female literacy was 69.05%.