Baijua - Pipra, Palamu
Baijua is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baijua and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Babhandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baijua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baijua is 365412. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Baijua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baijua
According to the 2011 Census, Baijua village had a total population of 184 people, including 86 males and 98 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.91%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 56.16%.
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 | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 34 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Baijua
Baijua 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 Baijua
Public transport in the Baijua 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltonganj to Baijua is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baijua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baijua 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 Baijua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baijua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Baijua
Where is Baijua located?
Baijua village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baijua?
The Gram Panchayat of Baijua is Babhandih.
What is the pincode of Baijua?
The pincode of Baijua is 822113.
What is the population of Baijua?
Baijua had a total population of 184, including 86 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Baijua?
Baijua had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baijua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baijua was 66.91%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 56.16%.