Birk
About Birk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Birk village is 030203. Birk village is located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Birk village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 670.44 hectares. Birk has a total population of 5,264 peoples, out of which male population is 2,725 while female population is 2,539. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 931 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of birk village is 72.34% out of which 75.16% males and 69.32% females are literate. There are about 1,152 houses in birk village. Pincode of birk village locality is 144632.
Goraya is nearest town to birk village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Birk
The population details of Birk cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,264 | 2,725 | 2,539 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 552 | 297 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,684 | 1,376 | 1,308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,808 | 2,048 | 1,760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 677 | 779 |
Connectivity of Birk
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Birk
Where is Birk located?
Birk village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birk?
Birk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Birk?
The pincode of Birk is 144632, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Birk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birk is 5,264, with 2,725 males and 2,539 females.
How many households are there in Birk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Birk village has a total of 1,152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birk is 72.34%. The male literacy rate is 75.16%, while the female literacy rate is 69.32%.