Birkel - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Birkel is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Birkel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birkel is 376990. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Birkel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birkel
As per Census 2011, Birkel village has a total population of 873 people, consisting of 480 males and 393 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 851 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birkel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 480 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 104 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 851 | 467 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 128 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 352 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Birkel
Birkel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Giru | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Jarakel | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Gudri | West | 2.92 km |
| Koteya | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Roro | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Tumrung | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Burunruring | North | 3.94 km |
| Kichinda | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Kamargaon | West | 4.08 km |
| Rajgaon | West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birkel
Public transport in the Birkel is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Birkel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birkel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birkel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birkel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birkel
Where is Birkel located?
Birkel village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkel?
Birkel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birkel?
The pincode of Birkel is 833201.
What is the population of Birkel?
Birkel has a total population of 873, including 480 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Birkel?
There are 173 households in Birkel.
What is the literacy rate in Birkel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birkel is 19.13%. Male literacy is 26.67% and female literacy is 9.92%.