Bhikharipur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Bhikharipur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Partapipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikharipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikharipur is 192629. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.13 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhikharipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bhikharipur
Bhikharipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayanpur | North | 0.44 km |
| Partapipur | South-West | 0.45 km |
| Paranpur | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Sasna Vishwanathpur | South | 0.87 km |
| Biwipur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Tilakpur | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Molnapur Patwari | West | 1.18 km |
| Kolmodipur | East | 1.20 km |
| Kazipur | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Yusufpur | West | 1.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhikharipur
Public transport in the Bhikharipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 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 Azamgarh to Bhikharipur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Bhikharipur is about 20 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 Bhikharipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikharipur 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 Bhikharipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikharipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhikharipur
Where is Bhikharipur located?
Bhikharipur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikharipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikharipur is Partapipur.
What is the pincode of Bhikharipur?
The pincode of Bhikharipur is 276135.