Bhikhanpur - Amarpur, Banka
Bhikhanpur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bhikhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikhanpur is 240633. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhikhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhikhanpur
As per Census 2011, Bhikhanpur village has a total population of 2,754 people, consisting of 1,419 males and 1,335 females. The village has 526 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 1,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhikhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,754 | 1,419 | 1,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 269 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 815 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,312 | 604 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Bhikhanpur
Bhikhanpur 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 Bhikhanpur
Bhikhanpur 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 >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 Amarpur to Bhikhanpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Bhikhanpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhikhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikhanpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhikhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhikhanpur
Where is Bhikhanpur located?
Bhikhanpur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikhanpur?
Bhikhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhikhanpur?
The pincode of Bhikhanpur is 813101.
What is the population of Bhikhanpur?
Bhikhanpur has a total population of 2,754, including 1,419 males and 1,335 females.
How many households are there in Bhikhanpur?
There are 526 households in Bhikhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikhanpur is 52.36%. Male literacy is 57.43% and female literacy is 46.97%.