Bichpuri - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bichpuri is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Naugawanath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichpuri is 056229. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.6 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Kichha 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 721 people, consisting of 361 males and 360 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 361 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 307 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 54 | 117 |
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 2-5 km of Bichpuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Khatima to Bichpuri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bichpuri is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Bichpuri
Where is Bichpuri located?
Bichpuri village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichpuri is Naugawanath.
What is the pincode of Bichpuri?
The pincode of Bichpuri is 262308.
What is the population of Bichpuri?
Bichpuri has a total population of 721, including 361 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Bichpuri?
There are 132 households in Bichpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Bichpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichpuri is 76.28%. Male literacy is 85.04% and female literacy is 67.50%.