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
As per Census 2011, Bikol village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 278 males and 341 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,226 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bikol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 278 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 81 | 105 |
| 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 has a total population of 619, including 278 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Bikol?
There are 111 households in Bikol.
What is the literacy rate in Bikol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikol is 61.87%. Male literacy is 69.78% and female literacy is 55.43%.