Bikapur - Salon, Rae Bareli
Bikapur is a village situated in the Salon tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salon and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikapur is 145342. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.7 hectares and falls under the 229307 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Bikapur village had a total population of 502 people, including 260 males and 242 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.55%, with male literacy at 72.35% and female literacy at 41.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224.
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 | 502 | 260 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 157 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 103 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Bikapur
Bikapur 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 Bikapur
Bikapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Rae Bareli to Bikapur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikapur 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 Bikapur
Where is Bikapur located?
Bikapur village is located in Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikapur is Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Bikapur?
The pincode of Bikapur is 229307.
What is the population of Bikapur?
Bikapur had a total population of 502, including 260 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Bikapur?
Bikapur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikapur was 57.55%. Male literacy was 72.35% and female literacy was 41.50%.