Bilju - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Bilju is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Milam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilju is 048843. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.98 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Bilju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilju
According to the 2011 Census, Bilju village had a total population of 38 people, including 21 males and 17 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Bilju
Bilju 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 Bilju
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bilju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bilju is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bilju is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bilju
Where is Bilju located?
Bilju village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilju?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilju is Milam.
What is the pincode of Bilju?
The pincode of Bilju is 262554.
What is the population of Bilju?
Bilju had a total population of 38, including 21 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Bilju?
Bilju had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilju was 89.19%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 81.25%.