Bikanipur - Adityapur(Gamharia), Saraikela Kharsawan
Bikanipur is a village situated in the Adityapur(Gamharia) subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Gamharia and around 25 km from Sarikela. Rapcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikanipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikanipur is 379147. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 832402 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Bikanipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bikanipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bikanipur village had a total population of 327 people, including 174 males and 153 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.70%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 51.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 108 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 66 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Bikanipur
Bikanipur 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 Bikanipur
Bikanipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bikanipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sarikela to Bikanipur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikanipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikanipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bikanipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikanipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bikanipur
Where is Bikanipur located?
Bikanipur village is located in Adityapur(Gamharia) Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bikanipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikanipur is Rapcha.
What is the pincode of Bikanipur?
The pincode of Bikanipur is 832402.
What is the population of Bikanipur?
Bikanipur had a total population of 327, including 174 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Bikanipur?
Bikanipur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikanipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikanipur was 63.70%. Male literacy was 73.97% and female literacy was 51.61%.