Birkera

Birkera is a village located in Simdega subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from Simdega, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Birkera village. As per 2009 stats, Arani is the gram panchayat of Birkera village.

Birkera has its own place in the vibrant Simdega 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 Birkera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkera is 376406. The village spans a total geographical area of 479 hectares. Simdega is nearest town to Birkera village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Birkera

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 864 446 418
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 81 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 838 434 404
Literate Population 473 272 201
Illiterate Population 391 174 217

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

  • The total population of Birkera village is around 864, including approximately 446 males and 418 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Birkera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Birkera village has 838 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Birkera village is about 54.75%, with male literacy at 60.99% and female literacy at 48.09%.
  • There are around 163 households in Birkera village.

Connectivity of Birkera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkera. As per the 2011 stats, Birkera 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Birkera

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

Dhengurjore Alias Chiarikant Japkakona Taisra Sewai Bendojor Sansewai Rigri Golda Meromloya Barkichhapar Jamunakhar

Frequently Asked Questions about Birkera

Where is Birkera located?
Birkera village is situated in Simdega Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkera?
The Gram Panchayat of Birkera is Arani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkera is 864, with 446 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Birkera village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birkera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkera is 54.75%. The male literacy rate is 60.99%, while the female literacy rate is 48.09%.