Bhikunda - Kaiserganj, Bahraich
Bhikunda is a village situated in the Kaiserganj tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaiserganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Kataka Marautha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikunda is 172483. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.44 hectares and falls under the 271802 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bhikunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Payagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhikunda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhikunda village had a total population of 281 people, including 144 males and 137 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.64%, with male literacy at 58.97% and female literacy at 42.37%.
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 | 281 | 144 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 75 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bhikunda
Bhikunda 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 Bhikunda
Bhikunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Bhikunda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhikunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhikunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhikunda
Where is Bhikunda located?
Bhikunda village is located in Kaiserganj Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhikunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikunda is Kataka Marautha.
What is the pincode of Bhikunda?
The pincode of Bhikunda is 271802.
What is the population of Bhikunda?
Bhikunda had a total population of 281, including 144 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Bhikunda?
Bhikunda had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikunda was 50.64%. Male literacy was 58.97% and female literacy was 42.37%.