Bhatoria - Purnia East, Purnia
Bhatoria is a village situated in the Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purnia East and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Birpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatoria is 223493. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 854301 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhatoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatoria
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatoria village had a total population of 952 people, including 473 males and 479 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.69%, with male literacy at 45.71% and female literacy at 35.65%.
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 | 952 | 473 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 112 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 165 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 308 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatoria
Bhatoria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tamaut | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Burail | North | 1.48 km |
| Kishunpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Majhaili | South | 1.77 km |
| Birpur | West | 1.93 km |
| Phasia | North | 1.96 km |
| Maharajpur | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Nagdehi | South | 2.65 km |
| Mandarpur | North | 2.93 km |
| Parmanandpur | South-East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatoria
Bhatoria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranipatra, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Bhatoria is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatoria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatoria 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatoria
Where is Bhatoria located?
Bhatoria village is located in Purnia East Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhatoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatoria is Birpur.
What is the pincode of Bhatoria?
The pincode of Bhatoria is 854301.
What is the population of Bhatoria?
Bhatoria had a total population of 952, including 473 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Bhatoria?
Bhatoria had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatoria was 40.69%. Male literacy was 45.71% and female literacy was 35.65%.