Bijhala - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Bijhala is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Bijhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijhala is 164238. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.49 hectares and falls under the 225201 pincode. Rannagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bijhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijhala
As per Census 2011, Bijhala village has a total population of 2,639 people, consisting of 1,544 males and 1,095 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 709 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 1,340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 680 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,639 | 1,544 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 215 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 371 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 868 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 676 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Bijhala
Bijhala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gonda | South | 1.54 km |
| Ashrafpur | North | 1.65 km |
| Ballopur | East | 2.15 km |
| Gova | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Lalpur Karauta | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Mohandwa | South | 2.74 km |
| Kutalupur | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Parbatpur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Govamanjhara | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Akauna | North-East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijhala
Bijhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rannagar to Bijhala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Bijhala is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bijhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bijhala
Where is Bijhala located?
Bijhala village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijhala is Bijhla.
What is the pincode of Bijhala?
The pincode of Bijhala is 225201.
What is the population of Bijhala?
Bijhala has a total population of 2,639, including 1,544 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Bijhala?
There are 556 households in Bijhala.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhala is 49.22%. Male literacy is 56.22% and female literacy is 39.36%.