Bicherwari
Bicherwari is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Bumthan is the gram panchayat of Bicherwari village.
Here you can discover what makes Bicherwari unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Bicherwari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bicherwari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bicherwari is 000196. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.5 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Bicherwari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bicherwari
Population of Bicherwari
According to the 2011 Census, Bicherwari has a total population of about 1,304, with approximately 676 males and 628 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.21%, with male literacy at about 68.93% and female literacy near 46.66%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bicherwari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 676 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 759 | 466 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 210 | 335 |
Connectivity of Bicherwari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bicherwari. As per the 2011 stats, Bicherwari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bicherwari
Knowing the nearby villages of Bicherwari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bicherwari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bicherwari
- Where is Bicherwari located?
- Bicherwari village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bicherwari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bicherwari is Bumthan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Bicherwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bicherwari is 1,304, with 676 males and 628 females.
- How many households are there in Bicherwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bicherwari village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bicherwari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bicherwari is 58.21%. The male literacy rate is 68.93%, while the female literacy rate is 46.66%.