Bija
Bija is a village located in Khanna tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khanna (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Bija village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bija unique in its vibrant Khanna-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Bija’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 Bija
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bija is 033210. The village spans a total geographical area of 377 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141412. Payal is nearest town to Bija village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bija
Population of Bija
According to the 2011 Census, Bija has a total population of about 3,167, with approximately 1,672 males and 1,495 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,311 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 71.58%, with male literacy at about 74.76% and female literacy near 68.03%. There are around 660 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bija's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,167 | 1,672 | 1,495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 171 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,311 | 696 | 615 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,267 | 1,250 | 1,017 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 422 | 478 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bija
- Where is Bija located?
- Bija village is situated in Khanna Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, 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 pincode of Bija?
- The pincode of Bija is 141412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bija is 3,167, with 1,672 males and 1,495 females.
- How many households are there in Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bija village has a total of 660 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bija as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bija is 71.58%. The male literacy rate is 74.76%, while the female literacy rate is 68.03%.