Bichpuri - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Bichpuri is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Ganeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichpuri is 055914. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.94 hectares and falls under the 263150 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bichpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichpuri
As per Census 2011, Bichpuri village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 103 males and 89 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 72 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Bichpuri
Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri
Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kelakhera to Bichpuri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bichpuri is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichpuri 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 Bichpuri
Where is Bichpuri located?
Bichpuri village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichpuri is Ganeshpur.
What is the pincode of Bichpuri?
The pincode of Bichpuri is 263150.
What is the population of Bichpuri?
Bichpuri has a total population of 192, including 103 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Bichpuri?
There are 54 households in Bichpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Bichpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichpuri is 60.42%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 49.44%.