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
As per Census 2011, Betula village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 191 males and 177 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 191 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 368, including 191 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Betula?
There are 56 households in Betula.
What is the literacy rate in Betula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betula is 42.39%. Male literacy is 56.54% and female literacy is 27.12%.