Bijhouli - Lakhimpur, Kheri
Bijhouli is a village situated in the Lakhimpur tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhimpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Bijhouli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijhouli is 136213. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.6 hectares and falls under the 262701 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bijhouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijhouli
As per Census 2011, Bijhouli village has a total population of 3,478 people, consisting of 1,766 males and 1,712 females. The village has 660 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,180 literate and 1,298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,061 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijhouli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,478 | 1,766 | 1,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 263 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,061 | 1,054 | 1,007 |
| Literate Population | 2,180 | 1,272 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,298 | 494 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Bijhouli
Bijhouli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veharia | East | 1.32 km |
| Behata | West | 1.53 km |
| Lakhaiya | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Padariya | North | 2.03 km |
| Choraha | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Dhnigawan | South | 2.17 km |
| Southan | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Aliapur | East | 2.23 km |
| Bajwapur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Bkkhari | North-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bijhouli
Bijhouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahelia Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kheri to Bijhouli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijhouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijhouli 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 Bijhouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijhouli 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 Bijhouli
Where is Bijhouli located?
Bijhouli village is located in Lakhimpur Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijhouli?
Bijhouli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijhouli?
The pincode of Bijhouli is 262701.
What is the population of Bijhouli?
Bijhouli has a total population of 3,478, including 1,766 males and 1,712 females.
How many households are there in Bijhouli?
There are 660 households in Bijhouli.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhouli is 62.68%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 53.04%.