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.

Bija has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana 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 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.

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Population of Bija

Below is a concise population overview of Bija as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bija village:

  • The total population of Bija village is around 3,167, including approximately 1,672 males and 1,495 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 342 children aged 0–6 years in Bija village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bija village has 1,311 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bija village is about 71.58%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 68.03%.
  • There are around 660 households in Bija village.

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.

Gandhwan Daheru Gaggar Majra Kishangarh Mehandipur Mandiala Kalan Chak Sarai Jatana Jaspalon Kot Sheikhon Kotpanech

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%.