Bikol - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Bikol is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 81 km from Tehri and around 81 km from New Tehri. Bikol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikol is 043745. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.7 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Bikol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bikol
According to the 2011 Census, Bikol village had a total population of 619 people, including 278 males and 341 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,227 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.80%, with male literacy at 86.22% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 619 | 278 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 81 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 194 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 84 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Bikol
Bikol 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 Bikol
Public transport in the Bikol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Bikol is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bikol is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bikol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bikol
Where is Bikol located?
Bikol village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bikol?
Bikol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bikol?
The pincode of Bikol is 249132.
What is the population of Bikol?
Bikol had a total population of 619, including 278 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Bikol?
Bikol had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikol was 73.80%. Male literacy was 86.22% and female literacy was 64.29%.