Birja

Birja is a village located in Untari Road subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Untari Road (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Medininagar. As per 2009 stats, Joga is the gram panchayat of Birja village.

Birja has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Birja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birja is 365741. The village spans a total geographical area of 171 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Medininagar is nearest town to Birja village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Birja

Below is a concise population overview of Birja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 962 487 475
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 80 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 451 307 144
Illiterate Population 511 180 331

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birja village:

  • The total population of Birja village is around 962, including approximately 487 males and 475 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Birja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Birja village is about 46.88%, with male literacy at 63.04% and female literacy at 30.32%.
  • There are around 187 households in Birja village.

Connectivity of Birja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birja. As per the 2011 stats, Birja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Birja

Knowing the nearby villages of Birja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birja.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Birja

Where is Birja located?
Birja village is situated in Untari Road Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birja?
The Gram Panchayat of Birja is Joga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Birja?
The pincode of Birja is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Birja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birja is 962, with 487 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Birja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Birja village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birja is 46.88%. The male literacy rate is 63.04%, while the female literacy rate is 30.32%.