Birori - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Birori is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 77.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kushmore-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birori is 316146. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.33 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Birori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalhati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birori
As per Census 2011, Birori village has a total population of 981 people, consisting of 499 males and 482 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 499 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 337 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 459 | 257 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 242 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Birori
Birori 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 Birori
Birori 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 Birori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampurhat to Birori is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Birori is about 77.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birori 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Birori
Where is Birori located?
Birori village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birori?
The Gram Panchayat of Birori is Kushmore-i.
What is the pincode of Birori?
The pincode of Birori is 731221.
What is the population of Birori?
Birori has a total population of 981, including 499 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Birori?
There are 197 households in Birori.
What is the literacy rate in Birori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birori is 46.79%. Male literacy is 51.50% and female literacy is 41.91%.