Bija
Bija is a village located in Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bichhiya (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Mandla. As per 2009 stats, Bija village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bija unique in its vibrant Bichhiya-Mandla region. You’ll see Bija’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bija
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bija is 493350. The village spans a total geographical area of 442.14 hectares. Bichhiya is nearest town to Bija village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Bija
Population of Bija
According to the 2011 Census, Bija has a total population of about 1,180, with approximately 555 males and 625 females. The sex ratio is around 1126 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 426. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.86%, with male literacy at about 72.43% and female literacy near 43.04%. There are around 293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bija's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,180 | 555 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 101 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 199 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 402 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 153 | 356 |
Connectivity of Bija
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bija. As per the 2011 stats, Bija had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bija
Knowing the nearby villages of Bija helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bija.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bija
- Where is Bija located?
- Bija village is situated in Bichhiya Tehsil, within the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bija?
- Bija serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bija is 1,180, with 555 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bija village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bija is 56.86%. The male literacy rate is 72.43%, while the female literacy rate is 43.04%.