Betula - Goh, Aurangabad
Betula is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Jhikatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Betula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betula is 252858. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Betula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Betula
According to the 2011 Census, Betula village had a total population of 368 people, including 191 males and 177 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.32%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 31.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 368 | 191 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 108 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 83 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Betula
Betula 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 Betula
Betula 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 Daud Nagar to Betula is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Betula is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Betula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betula 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Betula
Where is Betula located?
Betula village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betula?
The Gram Panchayat of Betula is Jhikatia.
What is the pincode of Betula?
The pincode of Betula is 824203.
What is the population of Betula?
Betula had a total population of 368, including 191 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Betula?
Betula had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Betula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betula was 50.32%. Male literacy was 67.92% and female literacy was 31.79%.