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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bichpuri village had a total population of 721 people, including 361 males and 360 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.01%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 75.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 721 | 361 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 721, including 361 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Bichpuri?
Bichpuri had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichpuri was 85.01%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 75.70%.