Bijwan - Bhikiasain, Almora
Bijwan is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Bhikiyasain and around 120 km from Almora. Manuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bijwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijwan is 051831. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.37 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Bijwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijwan
According to the 2011 Census, Bijwan village had a total population of 21 people, including 10 males and 11 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 45.45%.
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 | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Bijwan
Bijwan 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 Bijwan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bijwan. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bijwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bijwan is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bijwan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijwan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bijwan
Where is Bijwan located?
Bijwan village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijwan is Manuli.
What is the pincode of Bijwan?
The pincode of Bijwan is 263667.
What is the population of Bijwan?
Bijwan had a total population of 21, including 10 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Bijwan?
Bijwan had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijwan was 61.90%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 45.45%.