Bikh - Pistana Circle, Keyi Panyor
Bikh is a village situated in the Pistana Circle of Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Yachuli and around 70 km from Ziro. Tom Miya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikh is 264969. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 791120 pincode. Zior is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Bikh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bikh
According to the 2011 Census, Bikh village had a total population of 95 people, including 43 males and 52 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.94%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 47.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bikh
Bikh 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 Bikh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bikh.
| 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 Zior to Bikh is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ziro to Bikh is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikh 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 Bikh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bikh
Where is Bikh located?
Bikh village is located in Pistana Circle Circle, Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bikh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikh is Tom Miya.
What is the pincode of Bikh?
The pincode of Bikh is 791120.
What is the population of Bikh?
Bikh had a total population of 95, including 43 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bikh?
Bikh had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikh was 56.94%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 47.50%.