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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bijhauli village has a total population of 8,226 people, consisting of 4,296 males and 3,930 females. The village has 1,278 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,610 literate and 4,616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijhauli are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 8,226, including 4,296 males and 3,930 females.
How many households are there in Bijhauli?
There are 1,278 households in Bijhauli.
What is the literacy rate in Bijhauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijhauli is 43.89%. Male literacy is 52.93% and female literacy is 33.99%.