Bijhat
Bijhat is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.5km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 78.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Kusidha is the gram panchayat of Bijhat village.
Here you can discover what makes Bijhat unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur I-Maldah region. You’ll see Bijhat’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 Bijhat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijhat is 311966. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Bijhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 105km away.
Google Map of Bijhat
Population of Bijhat
According to the 2011 Census, Bijhat has a total population of about 1,926, with approximately 1,011 males and 915 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.87%, with male literacy at about 50.25% and female literacy near 36.83%. There are around 376 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,926 | 1,011 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 175 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 845 | 508 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 503 | 578 |
Connectivity of Bijhat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijhat. As per the 2011 stats, Bijhat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijhat
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijhat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijhat
- Where is Bijhat located?
- Bijhat village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijhat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bijhat is Kusidha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bijhat?
- The pincode of Bijhat is 732140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijhat is 1,926, with 1,011 males and 915 females.
- How many households are there in Bijhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijhat village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijhat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijhat is 43.87%. The male literacy rate is 50.25%, while the female literacy rate is 36.83%.