Baikunthpur - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Baikunthpur is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Baikunthpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baikunthpur is 056090. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.45 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Shaktigarh is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Baikunthpur 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baikunthpur
According to the 2011 Census, Baikunthpur village had a total population of 6,095 people, including 3,224 males and 2,871 females, living in 1,153 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.27%, with male literacy at 78.80% and female literacy at 58.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 396.
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 | 6,095 | 3,224 | 2,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 797 | 417 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 206 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,670 | 2,212 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,425 | 1,012 | 1,413 |
Nearby Villages of Baikunthpur
Baikunthpur 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 Baikunthpur
Baikunthpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shaktigarh to Baikunthpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Baikunthpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baikunthpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baikunthpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baikunthpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baikunthpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baikunthpur
Where is Baikunthpur located?
Baikunthpur village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baikunthpur?
Baikunthpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baikunthpur?
The pincode of Baikunthpur is 262405.
What is the population of Baikunthpur?
Baikunthpur had a total population of 6,095, including 3,224 males and 2,871 females.
How many households are there in Baikunthpur?
Baikunthpur had 1,153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baikunthpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baikunthpur was 69.27%. Male literacy was 78.80% and female literacy was 58.53%.