Bichpahar - Litipara, Pakur
Bichpahar is a village situated in the Litipara subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Litipara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Baandoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichpahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichpahar is 359905. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.35 hectares and falls under the 816104 pincode.
Bichpahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bichpahar
Bichpahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talpahar | West | 0.38 km |
| Jhirikbhita | South-West | 0.51 km |
| Karampahar | North | 0.56 km |
| Dhamaspahar | North-West | 0.66 km |
| Margopahar | East | 0.76 km |
| Darikuria | South | 1.03 km |
| Chhotamargo | East | 1.09 km |
| Patuara | West | 1.39 km |
| Majhladih | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Gorakepu | North-East | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichpahar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bichpahar. The nearest railway station is Barharwa Jn, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Bichpahar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichpahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichpahar 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 Bichpahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichpahar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichpahar
Where is Bichpahar located?
Bichpahar village is located in Litipara Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichpahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichpahar is Baandoo.
What is the pincode of Bichpahar?
The pincode of Bichpahar is 816104.