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.

Bija has its own place in the vibrant Mandla 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 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.

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Population of Bija

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Bija village is around 1,180, including approximately 555 males and 625 females, with a sex ratio of 1126 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Bija village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bija village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 426 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bija village is about 56.86%, with male literacy at 72.43% and female literacy at 43.04%.
  • There are around 293 households in Bija village.

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.

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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%.