Bichai - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Bichai is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Sitarganj and around 65 km from Rudrapur. Haraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bichai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichai is 056158. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.62 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bichai 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bichai
According to the 2011 Census, Bichai village had a total population of 530 people, including 279 males and 251 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.18%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 530 | 279 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 184 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 95 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bichai
Bichai 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 Bichai
Public transport in the Bichai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Bichai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bichai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bichai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichai 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 Bichai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichai 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 Bichai
Where is Bichai located?
Bichai village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bichai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichai is Haraiya.
What is the pincode of Bichai?
The pincode of Bichai is 262311.
What is the population of Bichai?
Bichai had a total population of 530, including 279 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Bichai?
Bichai had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichai was 65.18%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 50.00%.