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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bijaygir village had a total population of 897 people, including 409 males and 488 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.04%, with male literacy at 78.53% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 897 | 409 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 69 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 897, including 409 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Bijaygir?
Bijaygir had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijaygir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijaygir was 66.04%. Male literacy was 78.53% and female literacy was 55.56%.