Birk
Birk is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Birk unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Birk’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 Birk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birk is 030203. The village spans a total geographical area of 670.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144632. Goraya is nearest town to Birk village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Birk
Population of Birk
According to the 2011 Census, Birk has a total population of about 5,264, with approximately 2,725 males and 2,539 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 552 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,684 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.34%, with male literacy at about 75.16% and female literacy near 69.32%. There are around 1,152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,808 | 2,048 | 1,760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 677 | 779 |
Connectivity of Birk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birk. As per the 2011 stats, Birk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Birk
Knowing the nearby villages of Birk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birk.
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%.