Bijet - Kanda, Bageshwar
Bijet is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Nagharmajila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijet is 050731. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.89 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bijet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijet
As per Census 2011, Bijet village has a total population of 31 people, consisting of 14 males and 17 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Bijet
Bijet 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 Bijet
Bijet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Bijet is about 29 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 Bijet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijet
Where is Bijet located?
Bijet village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijet?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijet is Nagharmajila.
What is the pincode of Bijet?
The pincode of Bijet is 263631.
What is the population of Bijet?
Bijet has a total population of 31, including 14 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Bijet?
There are 8 households in Bijet.
What is the literacy rate in Bijet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijet is 48.39%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 35.29%.