Bachipur - Lalkuan, Nainital
Bachipur is a village situated in the Lalkuan tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalkuan and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jaipur Kheema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachipur is 055589. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.77 hectares and falls under the 263142 pincode. Lalkuan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bachipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bachipur village had a total population of 352 people, including 219 males and 133 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 607 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 85.94% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 352 | 219 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 165 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 54 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bachipur
Bachipur 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 Bachipur
Bachipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bachipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalkuan to Bachipur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Bachipur 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 Bachipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bachipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bachipur
Where is Bachipur located?
Bachipur village is located in Lalkuan Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachipur is Jaipur Kheema.
What is the pincode of Bachipur?
The pincode of Bachipur is 263142.
What is the population of Bachipur?
Bachipur had a total population of 352, including 219 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bachipur?
Bachipur had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachipur was 79.25%. Male literacy was 85.94% and female literacy was 66.67%.