Biriya - Majholi, Jabalpur
Biriya is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Khabra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriya is 489189. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.37 hectares and falls under the 483336 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Biriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biriya
According to the 2011 Census, Biriya village had a total population of 168 people, including 91 males and 77 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.95%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 74.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 29 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Biriya
Biriya 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 Biriya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Biriya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Biriya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Biriya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Biriya
Where is Biriya located?
Biriya village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriya is Khabra.
What is the pincode of Biriya?
The pincode of Biriya is 483336.
What is the population of Biriya?
Biriya had a total population of 168, including 91 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Biriya?
Biriya had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biriya was 81.95%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 74.60%.