Bijhauli - Narsan, Haridwar
Bijhauli is a village situated in the Narsan tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Roorkee and around 49 km from Hardwar. Bijhauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijhauli is 056524. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.84 hectares and falls under the 247666 pincode. Manglaur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bijhauli 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 Roorkee Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijhauli
According to the 2011 Census, Bijhauli village had a total population of 8,226 people, including 4,296 males and 3,930 females, living in 1,278 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.54%, with male literacy at 65.76% and female literacy at 42.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,369.
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 | 8,226 | 4,296 | 3,930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,607 | 838 | 769 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,369 | 718 | 651 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,610 | 2,274 | 1,336 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,616 | 2,022 | 2,594 |
Nearby Villages of Bijhauli
Bijhauli 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 Bijhauli
Bijhauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bijhauli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Manglaur to Bijhauli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Bijhauli is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijhauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijhauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bijhauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijhauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bijhauli
Where is Bijhauli located?
Bijhauli village is located in Narsan Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bijhauli?
Bijhauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bijhauli?
The pincode of Bijhauli is 247666.
What is the population of Bijhauli?
Bijhauli had a total population of 8,226, including 4,296 males and 3,930 females.
How many households are there in Bijhauli?
Bijhauli had 1,278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhauli was 54.54%. Male literacy was 65.76% and female literacy was 42.27%.