Bhikkanpur - Jansath, Muzaffarnagar
Bhikkanpur is a village situated in the Jansath tehsil of Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jansath and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffar Nagar. Samana Urf Ramraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhikkanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikkanpur is 111463. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.81 hectares and falls under the 251203 pincode. Ramraj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhikkanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhikkanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhikkanpur village had a total population of 65 people, including 34 males and 31 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bhikkanpur
Bhikkanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaggu Jamalpur | South | 0.78 km |
| Mukimpur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Balaini Baramada | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Bahadurpur | East | 1.52 km |
| Shahpur | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Jamalpur Khader | West | 2.09 km |
| Husainpur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Parkhottampur | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Inayat Khanpur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Sarai Khadar | South | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhikkanpur
Bhikkanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bijnor, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramraj to Bhikkanpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffar Nagar to Bhikkanpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhikkanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikkanpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhikkanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikkanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhikkanpur
Where is Bhikkanpur located?
Bhikkanpur village is located in Jansath Tehsil, Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikkanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhikkanpur is Samana Urf Ramraj.
What is the pincode of Bhikkanpur?
The pincode of Bhikkanpur is 251203.
What is the population of Bhikkanpur?
Bhikkanpur had a total population of 65, including 34 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Bhikkanpur?
Bhikkanpur had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikkanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikkanpur was 81.97%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 75.00%.