Bhikhampur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Bhikhampur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Karoyi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikhampur is 203499. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.07 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bhikhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhikhampur
As per Census 2011, Bhikhampur village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 321 males and 326 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 181 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhikhampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 321 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 256 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 65 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Bhikhampur
Bhikhampur 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 Bhikhampur
Bhikhampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhikhampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Bhikhampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Bhikhampur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhikhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikhampur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhikhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikhampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhikhampur
Where is Bhikhampur located?
Bhikhampur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikhampur is Karoyi.
What is the pincode of Bhikhampur?
The pincode of Bhikhampur is 275204.
What is the population of Bhikhampur?
Bhikhampur has a total population of 647, including 321 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Bhikhampur?
There are 91 households in Bhikhampur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikhampur is 72.02%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 64.42%.