Bhitaha
Bhitaha is a Town and Subdivision in Pashchim Champaran District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Bhitaha Block (CD) is 01022. The total area of Bhitaha Subdivision is 137 km². Bhitaha has a sex ratio of approximately 910 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Bhitaha Subdivision
Bhitaha Subdivision has a total of 23 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Bhitaha Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barariha | Chilwania | Bagha (86 km) |
| 2 | Barhara | Persawna | Bagha (82 km) |
| 3 | Bhitaha | Machha | Bagha (87 km) |
| 4 | Bhuidharwa | Bhuidharwa | Bagha (150 km) |
| 5 | Chandarpur | Bhuidharwa | Bagha (88 km) |
| 6 | Charamraha | Manpur | Bagha (150 km) |
| 7 | Chilwaniyan | Chilwania | Bagha (85 km) |
| 8 | Jhakhwanhi | Machha | Bhitaha |
| 9 | Kanhaiyapur | Manpur | Bagha (150 km) |
| 10 | Karhia Basauli | Semarbari | Bagha (150 km) |
| 11 | Kaubar | Manpur | Bagha (150 km) |
| 12 | Khaira Tola | Hathuahwa | Bagha (70 km) |
| 13 | Machhaha Urf Dubaha | Machha | Bagha (89 km) |
| 14 | Manpur | Manpur | Bagha (150 km) |
| 15 | Moradih | Persawna | Bagha (75 km) |
| 16 | Pakahi | Semarbari | Bagha (32 km) |
| 17 | Pakri | Manpur | Bagha (150 km) |
| 18 | Paremahi | Persawna | Bhitaha |
| 19 | Parsauna | Persawna | Bagha (150 km) |
| 20 | Semarbari | Semarbari | Bagha (85 km) |
| 21 | Senuria | Chilwania | Bagha (85 km) |
| 22 | Sonbarsa | Bhuidharwa | Bagha (85 km) |
| 23 | Tola Diho Pakri | Dihi Pakri | Bagha (90 km) |
Population of Bhitaha Subdivision
The population profile of Bhitaha Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Bhitaha Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66,203 | 66,203 | N/A |
| Male Population | 34,659 | 34,659 | N/A |
| Female Population | 31,544 | 31,544 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,561 | 12,561 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,496 | 6,496 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,065 | 6,065 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 23,415 | 23,415 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 15,375 | 15,375 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 8,040 | 8,040 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 42,788 | 42,788 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 19,284 | 19,284 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 23,504 | 23,504 | N/A |
| Total Households | 10,307 | 10,307 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 66,203 people. Includes nearly 34,659 males and 31,544 females. Rural population is about 66,203 people.
- There are around 12,561 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 6,496 boys and 6,065 girls.
- Literate population is about 23,415 people. Non-literate population is around 42,788 people.
- There are nearly 10,307 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Bhitaha Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 9,394 | 9,394 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4,874 | 4,874 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 4,520 | 4,520 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,416 | 2,416 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,239 | 1,239 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,177 | 1,177 | N/A |
| Population Density | 484 / km² | 484 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bhitaha Subdivision is approximately 9,394 people, including 4,874 males and 4,520 females. Around 9,394 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bhitaha Subdivision is about 2,416 people, including 1,239 males and 1,177 females. Around 2,416 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 484 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 484 people per sq. km.