Bikapur
Bikapur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chak Musa is the gram panchayat of Bikapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Bikapur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bikapur’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 Bikapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bikapur is 031795. The village spans a total geographical area of 52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146108. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bikapur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bikapur
Population of Bikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bikapur has a total population of about 55, with approximately 29 males and 26 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.27%, with male literacy at about 82.76% and female literacy near 92.31%. There are around 13 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bikapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Connectivity of Bikapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bikapur. As per the 2011 stats, Bikapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bikapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Bikapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bikapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bikapur
- Where is Bikapur located?
- Bikapur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bikapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bikapur is Chak Musa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bikapur?
- The pincode of Bikapur is 146108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bikapur is 55, with 29 males and 26 females.
- How many households are there in Bikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bikapur village has a total of 13 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bikapur is 87.27%. The male literacy rate is 82.76%, while the female literacy rate is 92.31%.