Bijar
Bijar is a village located in Kuchai subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kuchai (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Rugudih is the gram panchayat of Bijar village.
Bijar has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 Bijar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijar is 378604. The village spans a total geographical area of 1006 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833216. Kuchai is nearest town to Bijar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bijar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharasawan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khunti Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bijar
Population of Bijar
Below is a concise population overview of Bijar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 499 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 82 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 850 | 410 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 187 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 312 | 427 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bijar village:
- The total population of Bijar village is around 1,032, including approximately 499 males and 533 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 189 children aged 0–6 years in Bijar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bijar village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 850 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bijar village is about 28.39%, with male literacy at 37.47% and female literacy at 19.89%.
- There are around 223 households in Bijar village.
Connectivity of Bijar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijar. As per the 2011 stats, Bijar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijar
- Where is Bijar located?
- Bijar village is situated in Kuchai Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bijar is Rugudih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bijar?
- The pincode of Bijar is 833216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijar is 1,032, with 499 males and 533 females.
- How many households are there in Bijar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijar village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijar is 28.39%. The male literacy rate is 37.47%, while the female literacy rate is 19.89%.