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
According to the 2011 Census, Bijahra village had a total population of 855 people, including 425 males and 430 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.02%, with male literacy at 71.15% and female literacy at 42.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 855 | 425 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 113 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 855, including 425 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Bijahra?
Bijahra had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijahra was 56.02%. Male literacy was 71.15% and female literacy was 42.61%.