Bigara Bag - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bigara Bag is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Vigra Bag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bigara Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bigara Bag is 056236. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.13 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bigara Bag 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 Bigara Bag
According to the 2011 Census, Bigara Bag village had a total population of 2,114 people, including 1,046 males and 1,068 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,372.
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 | 2,114 | 1,046 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 97 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,372 | 674 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 834 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 212 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Bigara Bag
Bigara Bag 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 Bigara Bag
Bigara Bag 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 Bigara Bag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bigara Bag is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bigara Bag is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bigara Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bigara Bag 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bigara Bag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bigara Bag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bigara Bag
Where is Bigara Bag located?
Bigara Bag village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bigara Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Bigara Bag is Vigra Bag.
What is the pincode of Bigara Bag?
The pincode of Bigara Bag is 262308.
What is the population of Bigara Bag?
Bigara Bag had a total population of 2,114, including 1,046 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Bigara Bag?
Bigara Bag had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bigara Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigara Bag was 75.59%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 63.49%.