Bhikhanpur - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Bhikhanpur is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Madan Bigha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikhanpur is 255371. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhikhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhikhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhikhanpur village had a total population of 1,802 people, including 926 males and 876 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.85%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 53.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 464.
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 | 1,802 | 926 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 248 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 566 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 360 | 490 |
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
Public transport in the Bhikhanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bhikhanpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Bhikhanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhikhanpur
Where is Bhikhanpur located?
Bhikhanpur village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhikhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikhanpur is Madan Bigha.
What is the pincode of Bhikhanpur?
The pincode of Bhikhanpur is 823001.
What is the population of Bhikhanpur?
Bhikhanpur had a total population of 1,802, including 926 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Bhikhanpur?
Bhikhanpur had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikhanpur was 63.85%. Male literacy was 72.94% and female literacy was 53.99%.