Bichau - Sam, Jaisalmer
Bichau is a village situated in the Sam tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 185 km from Jaisalmer and around 185 km from Jaisalmer. Harnau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichau is 086043. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.34 hectares and falls under the 345034 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 185 km away.
Bichau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bichau
Bichau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somrau | West | 1.71 km |
| Jhalariya | South | 3.22 km |
| Bhiloi | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Kalau | North | 3.41 km |
| Jiyau Khara | East | 3.59 km |
| Mithikhui | West | 4.85 km |
| Biryaree | South-West | 6.90 km |
| Dhaloowal | North | 6.92 km |
| Khabdela | East | 7.16 km |
| Kiradwali | South | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bichau
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bichau. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 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 Jaisalmer to Bichau is about 185 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichau 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 Bichau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichau 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 Bichau
Where is Bichau located?
Bichau village is located in Sam Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichau?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichau is Harnau.
What is the pincode of Bichau?
The pincode of Bichau is 345034.