Bijaygir - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Bijaygir is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Saraisitam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijaygir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijaygir is 202512. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.25 hectares and falls under the 222203 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bijaygir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zafrabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijaygir
As per Census 2011, Bijaygir village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 409 males and 488 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijaygir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 409 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 69 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 267 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 142 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Bijaygir
Bijaygir 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 Bijaygir
Bijaygir is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bijaygir.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Bijaygir is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijaygir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijaygir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bijaygir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijaygir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijaygir
Where is Bijaygir located?
Bijaygir village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijaygir?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijaygir is Saraisitam.
What is the pincode of Bijaygir?
The pincode of Bijaygir is 222203.
What is the population of Bijaygir?
Bijaygir has a total population of 897, including 409 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Bijaygir?
There are 126 households in Bijaygir.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaygir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaygir is 54.85%. Male literacy is 65.28% and female literacy is 46.11%.