Bhikhanpur - Rajpur, Buxar
Bhikhanpur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Banni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikhanpur is 248540. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 42 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 261 people, consisting of 132 males and 129 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 108 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhikhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 132 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 87 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 45 | 63 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Bhikhanpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. 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 >10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikhanpur is Banni.
What is the pincode of Bhikhanpur?
The pincode of Bhikhanpur is 802122.
What is the population of Bhikhanpur?
Bhikhanpur has a total population of 261, including 132 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Bhikhanpur?
There are 43 households in Bhikhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikhanpur is 58.62%. Male literacy is 65.91% and female literacy is 51.16%.