Bijanu
Bijanu is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Bijanu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bijanu unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Bijanu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bijanu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijanu is 044640. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248124. Chakrata is nearest town to Bijanu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Bijanu
Population of Bijanu
According to the 2011 Census, Bijanu has a total population of about 410, with approximately 215 males and 195 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 167. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.85%, with male literacy at about 40.47% and female literacy near 30.77%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijanu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 215 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 128 | 135 |
Connectivity of Bijanu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijanu. As per the 2011 stats, Bijanu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijanu
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijanu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijanu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijanu
- Where is Bijanu located?
- Bijanu village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijanu?
- Bijanu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bijanu?
- The pincode of Bijanu is 248124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijanu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijanu is 410, with 215 males and 195 females.
- How many households are there in Bijanu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijanu village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijanu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijanu is 35.85%. The male literacy rate is 40.47%, while the female literacy rate is 30.77%.