Bhikharipur Kala - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Bhikharipur Kala is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhikharipur Kala is 209512. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.54 hectares and falls under the 221004 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Bhikharipur Kala is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohaniya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Varanasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhikharipur Kala
As per Census 2011, Bhikharipur Kala village has a total population of 1,538 people, consisting of 857 males and 681 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 970 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhikharipur Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,538 | 857 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 116 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 47 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 606 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 251 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Bhikharipur Kala
Bhikharipur Kala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhikharipur Khurd | North-East | 0.37 km |
| Kanchanpur | South | 0.67 km |
| Ganeshpur | West | 1.03 km |
| Chitaipur | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Jalal Patti (ct) | West | 1.33 km |
| Nathupur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Pahari | West | 1.79 km |
| Lathiya | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Murali | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Marawan | West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhikharipur Kala
The nearest railway station is Bhulanpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhikharipur Kala
Where is Bhikharipur Kala located?
Bhikharipur Kala village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Bhikharipur Kala?
The pincode of Bhikharipur Kala is 221004.
What is the population of Bhikharipur Kala?
Bhikharipur Kala has a total population of 1,538, including 857 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Bhikharipur Kala?
There are 235 households in Bhikharipur Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Bhikharipur Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhikharipur Kala is 63.07%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 53.45%.