Bichhia - Nanpara, Bahraich
Bichhia is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichhia is 171628. The village falls under the 271865 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichhia
As per Census 2011, Bichhia village has a total population of 1,527 people, consisting of 934 males and 593 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 634 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 934 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 86 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 946 | 650 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 284 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Bichhia
Bichhia 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 Bichhia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bichhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Bichhia is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Bichhia is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichhia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bichhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichhia 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 Bichhia
Where is Bichhia located?
Bichhia village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Bichhia?
The pincode of Bichhia is 271865.
What is the population of Bichhia?
Bichhia has a total population of 1,527, including 934 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Bichhia?
There are 232 households in Bichhia.
What is the literacy rate in Bichhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichhia is 61.95%. Male literacy is 69.59% and female literacy is 49.92%.