Birjam
Birjam is a village located in Melchhamunda tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Melchhamunda (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Birjam village is also a gram panchayat.
Birjam has its own place in the vibrant Bargarh 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 Birjam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birjam is 380166. The village spans a total geographical area of 567 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768036. Padmapur is nearest town to Birjam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Birjam
Population of Birjam
Below is a concise population overview of Birjam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,567 | 793 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 186 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 196 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 660 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 133 | 263 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birjam village:
- The total population of Birjam village is around 1,567, including approximately 793 males and 774 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Birjam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birjam village has 359 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 374 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birjam village is about 74.73%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 66.02%.
- There are around 418 households in Birjam village.
Connectivity of Birjam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birjam. As per the 2011 stats, Birjam 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birjam
Knowing the nearby villages of Birjam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birjam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birjam
- Where is Birjam located?
- Birjam village is situated in Melchhamunda Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birjam?
- Birjam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Birjam?
- The pincode of Birjam is 768036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birjam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birjam is 1,567, with 793 males and 774 females.
- How many households are there in Birjam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birjam village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birjam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birjam is 74.73%. The male literacy rate is 83.23%, while the female literacy rate is 66.02%.