Sarai Bhikan - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sarai Bhikan is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Nathadoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarai Bhikan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Bhikan is 113550. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.1 hectares and falls under the 246761 pincode. Sherkot is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sarai Bhikan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sarai Bhikan
Sarai Bhikan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahajampurwali | North | 1.36 km |
| Firozpur Amrol Bila Ahatmali | North | 1.48 km |
| Hakimpur Karan | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Badshahpur Shah Mo.ahatmali | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Hajipurmuket Rai | East | 1.94 km |
| Firozpur Amrol Ahatmali | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Himayupur Chandrapal A. | West | 2.53 km |
| Savantpura | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Salar Pur Ahatmali | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Nangla Manak | North | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarai Bhikan
Public transport in the Sarai Bhikan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherkot to Sarai Bhikan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sarai Bhikan 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 Sarai Bhikan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Bhikan 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 Sarai Bhikan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai Bhikan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarai Bhikan
Where is Sarai Bhikan located?
Sarai Bhikan village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Bhikan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarai Bhikan is Nathadoi.
What is the pincode of Sarai Bhikan?
The pincode of Sarai Bhikan is 246761.