Birjharia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Birjharia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharbandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birjharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birjharia is 340554. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.95 hectares and falls under the 721513 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Birjharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birjharia
As per Census 2011, Birjharia village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 200 males and 211 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birjharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 200 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 152 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 48 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Birjharia
Birjharia 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 Birjharia
Birjharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Birjharia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birjharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birjharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Birjharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birjharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birjharia
Where is Birjharia located?
Birjharia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birjharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Birjharia is Kharbandhi.
What is the pincode of Birjharia?
The pincode of Birjharia is 721513.
What is the population of Birjharia?
Birjharia has a total population of 411, including 200 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Birjharia?
There are 92 households in Birjharia.
What is the literacy rate in Birjharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birjharia is 68.13%. Male literacy is 76.00% and female literacy is 60.66%.