Pikar - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Pikar is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Mubarakpur Pikar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pikar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pikar is 167669. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.07 hectares and falls under the 224176 pincode. Ashrafpur Kichhauchha is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Pikar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Pikar
Pikar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalalpur Pikar | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Kathmorwa | West | 0.98 km |
| Kamalpurpikar | South | 1.12 km |
| Chaturpur Kattia | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Itaura Dholipur | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Chak Madhopur | South | 1.75 km |
| Ratibhar | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Garhwal | West | 1.90 km |
| Madainiya | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kamhariya | North-West | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pikar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pikar. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 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 Ashrafpur Kichhauchha to Pikar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Pikar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pikar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pikar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pikar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pikar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pikar
Where is Pikar located?
Pikar village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pikar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pikar is Mubarakpur Pikar.
What is the pincode of Pikar?
The pincode of Pikar is 224176.