Bijori Jhal - Bageshwar
Bijori Jhal is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bijorijhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijori Jhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijori Jhal is 050905. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.3 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bijori Jhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijori Jhal
As per Census 2011, Bijori Jhal village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 408 males and 446 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijori Jhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 408 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 344 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 64 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Bijori Jhal
Bijori Jhal 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 Bijori Jhal
Bijori Jhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Bijori Jhal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijori Jhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijori Jhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bijori Jhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijori Jhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bijori Jhal
Where is Bijori Jhal located?
Bijori Jhal village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijori Jhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijori Jhal is Bijorijhal.
What is the pincode of Bijori Jhal?
The pincode of Bijori Jhal is 263641.
What is the population of Bijori Jhal?
Bijori Jhal has a total population of 854, including 408 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Bijori Jhal?
There are 204 households in Bijori Jhal.
What is the literacy rate in Bijori Jhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijori Jhal is 74.82%. Male literacy is 84.31% and female literacy is 66.14%.