Birha - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Birha is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bikrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birha is 055835. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.35 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Birha 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birha
According to the 2011 Census, Birha village had a total population of 367 people, including 185 males and 182 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.77%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 68.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 367 | 185 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 138 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 47 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Birha
Birha 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 Birha
Birha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Birha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bajpur to Birha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Birha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birha 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 Birha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birha 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 Birha
Where is Birha located?
Birha village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birha?
The Gram Panchayat of Birha is Bikrampur.
What is the pincode of Birha?
The pincode of Birha is 262401.
What is the population of Birha?
Birha had a total population of 367, including 185 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Birha?
Birha had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birha was 74.77%. Male literacy was 81.18% and female literacy was 68.10%.