Birk - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Birk is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Birk village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birk is 030203. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.44 hectares and falls under the 144032 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Birk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birk
As per Census 2011, Birk village has a total population of 5,264 people, consisting of 2,725 males and 2,539 females. The village has 1,152 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 552 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,808 literate and 1,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,264 | 2,725 | 2,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 297 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,684 | 1,376 | 1,308 |
| Literate Population | 3,808 | 2,048 | 1,760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 677 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Birk
Birk 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 Birk
Public transport in the Birk is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Birk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Birk is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birk
Where is Birk located?
Birk village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birk?
Birk is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birk?
The pincode of Birk is 144032.
What is the population of Birk?
Birk has a total population of 5,264, including 2,725 males and 2,539 females.
How many households are there in Birk?
There are 1,152 households in Birk.
What is the literacy rate in Birk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birk is 72.34%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 69.32%.