Baikatpur - Khusrupur, Patna
Baikatpur is a village situated in the Khusrupur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khusrupur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Baikatpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baikatpur is 246265. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 803202 pincode. Khusru Pur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Baikatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baikatpur
As per Census 2011, Baikatpur village has a total population of 17,538 people, consisting of 9,211 males and 8,327 females. The village has 2,948 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,902 literate and 8,636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,905 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baikatpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,538 | 9,211 | 8,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,330 | 1,691 | 1,639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,905 | 2,548 | 2,357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 8,902 | 5,399 | 3,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,636 | 3,812 | 4,824 |
Nearby Villages of Baikatpur
Baikatpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | West | 0.25 km |
| Hemzapur | South | 1.08 km |
| Tilhar | West | 1.21 km |
| Shekhpura | East | 1.57 km |
| Hasanpura | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Diso Chak | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Sukarbegchak | West | 2.08 km |
| Shahpur | East | 2.86 km |
| Masudpur Diara | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Rukunpura | East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baikatpur
Baikatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khusropur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khusru Pur to Baikatpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Baikatpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baikatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baikatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baikatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baikatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baikatpur
Where is Baikatpur located?
Baikatpur village is located in Khusrupur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baikatpur?
Baikatpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baikatpur?
The pincode of Baikatpur is 803202.
What is the population of Baikatpur?
Baikatpur has a total population of 17,538, including 9,211 males and 8,327 females.
How many households are there in Baikatpur?
There are 2,948 households in Baikatpur.
What is the literacy rate in Baikatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baikatpur is 50.76%. Male literacy is 58.61% and female literacy is 42.07%.