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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bichkilla
According to the 2011 Census, Bichkilla village had a total population of 766 people, including 402 males and 364 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 84.12% and female literacy at 62.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 766 | 402 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 62 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 766, including 402 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Bichkilla?
Bichkilla had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichkilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichkilla was 74.40%. Male literacy was 84.12% and female literacy was 62.81%.