Bichkilla - Pratappur, Chatra
Bichkilla is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Moneya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichkilla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichkilla is 348297. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Bichkilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichkilla
As per Census 2011, Bichkilla village has a total population of 766 people, consisting of 402 males and 364 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichkilla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 766 | 402 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 62 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 286 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 116 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Bichkilla
Bichkilla 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 Bichkilla
Public transport in the Bichkilla 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 Chatra to Bichkilla is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichkilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichkilla 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 Bichkilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichkilla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bichkilla
Where is Bichkilla located?
Bichkilla village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichkilla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichkilla is Moneya.
What is the pincode of Bichkilla?
The pincode of Bichkilla is 825404.
What is the population of Bichkilla?
Bichkilla has a total population of 766, including 402 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Bichkilla?
There are 115 households in Bichkilla.
What is the literacy rate in Bichkilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichkilla is 60.70%. Male literacy is 71.14% and female literacy is 49.18%.