Bichuwa - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Bichuwa 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. Bichuwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bichuwa is 056159. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.4 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bichuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bichuwa
As per Census 2011, Bichuwa village has a total population of 2,119 people, consisting of 1,066 males and 1,053 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 1,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 799 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bichuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,119 | 1,066 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 134 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 799 | 387 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 609 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 457 | 585 |
Nearby Villages of Bichuwa
Bichuwa 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 Bichuwa
Bichuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bichuwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bichuwa 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 Bichuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bichuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bichuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bichuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bichuwa
Where is Bichuwa located?
Bichuwa village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichuwa?
Bichuwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bichuwa?
The pincode of Bichuwa is 262311.
What is the population of Bichuwa?
Bichuwa has a total population of 2,119, including 1,066 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Bichuwa?
There are 373 households in Bichuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bichuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bichuwa is 50.83%. Male literacy is 57.13% and female literacy is 44.44%.