Bakhpur - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Bakhpur is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bakhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhpur is 055997. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.98 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bakhpur 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 Bakhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhpur village had a total population of 1,289 people, including 677 males and 612 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.42%, with male literacy at 71.63% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,289 | 677 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 235 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 399 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 278 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhpur
Bakhpur 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 Bakhpur
Bakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bakhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kichha to Bakhpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bakhpur is about 27 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 Bakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhpur 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 Bakhpur
Where is Bakhpur located?
Bakhpur village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakhpur?
Bakhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakhpur?
The pincode of Bakhpur is 263148.
What is the population of Bakhpur?
Bakhpur had a total population of 1,289, including 677 males and 612 females.
How many households are there in Bakhpur?
Bakhpur had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhpur was 61.42%. Male literacy was 71.63% and female literacy was 50.00%.