Jhitkahia - Bathnaha, Sitamarhi
Jhitkahia is a village situated in the Bathnaha subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bathnaha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Naraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhitkahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhitkahia is 219275. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jhitkahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhitkahia
As per Census 2011, Jhitkahia village has a total population of 3,979 people, consisting of 2,114 males and 1,865 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 761 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,456 literate and 2,523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhitkahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,979 | 2,114 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 378 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 241 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 938 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,523 | 1,176 | 1,347 |
Nearby Villages of Jhitkahia
Jhitkahia 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 Jhitkahia
Jhitkahia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jhitkahia.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Jhitkahia is about 23 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 Jhitkahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhitkahia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jhitkahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhitkahia 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 Jhitkahia
Where is Jhitkahia located?
Jhitkahia village is located in Bathnaha Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhitkahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhitkahia is Naraha.
What is the pincode of Jhitkahia?
The pincode of Jhitkahia is 843317.
What is the population of Jhitkahia?
Jhitkahia has a total population of 3,979, including 2,114 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Jhitkahia?
There are 781 households in Jhitkahia.
What is the literacy rate in Jhitkahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhitkahia is 36.59%. Male literacy is 44.37% and female literacy is 27.77%.