Bijahra - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Bijahra is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bijahra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijahra is 203567. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.35 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bijahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijahra
As per Census 2011, Bijahra village has a total population of 855 people, consisting of 425 males and 430 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijahra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 | 425 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 113 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 222 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 203 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Bijahra
Bijahra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bijahra
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bijahra. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bijahra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghazipur to Bijahra is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Bijahra is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijahra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijahra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijahra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijahra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijahra
Where is Bijahra located?
Bijahra village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijahra?
Bijahra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijahra?
The pincode of Bijahra is 275202.
What is the population of Bijahra?
Bijahra has a total population of 855, including 425 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Bijahra?
There are 118 households in Bijahra.
What is the literacy rate in Bijahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijahra is 43.51%. Male literacy is 52.24% and female literacy is 34.88%.