Sripur Bichwa - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Sripur Bichwa is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Sripur Bichava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sripur Bichwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sripur Bichwa is 056223. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.77 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sripur Bichwa 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 Sripur Bichwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sripur Bichwa village had a total population of 3,820 people, including 1,840 males and 1,980 females, living in 810 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.05%, with male literacy at 94.28% and female literacy at 75.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 847.
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 | 3,820 | 1,840 | 1,980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 266 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 847 | 427 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 2,820 | 1,484 | 1,336 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 356 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Sripur Bichwa
Sripur Bichwa 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 Sripur Bichwa
Sripur Bichwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sripur Bichwa.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Sripur Bichwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Sripur Bichwa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sripur Bichwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sripur Bichwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sripur Bichwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sripur Bichwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sripur Bichwa
Where is Sripur Bichwa located?
Sripur Bichwa village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sripur Bichwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sripur Bichwa is Sripur Bichava.
What is the pincode of Sripur Bichwa?
The pincode of Sripur Bichwa is 262308.
What is the population of Sripur Bichwa?
Sripur Bichwa had a total population of 3,820, including 1,840 males and 1,980 females.
How many households are there in Sripur Bichwa?
Sripur Bichwa had 810 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sripur Bichwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sripur Bichwa was 84.05%. Male literacy was 94.28% and female literacy was 75.01%.