Betaha - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Betaha is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Betaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Betaha is 219164. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Betaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Betaha
As per Census 2011, Betaha village has a total population of 8,414 people, consisting of 4,313 males and 4,101 females. The village has 1,679 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,953 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,179 literate and 6,235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Betaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,414 | 4,313 | 4,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,953 | 994 | 959 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,179 | 1,349 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,235 | 2,964 | 3,271 |
Nearby Villages of Betaha
Betaha 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 Betaha
Betaha 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Betaha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Betaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Betaha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Betaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Betaha 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Betaha
Where is Betaha located?
Betaha village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Betaha?
Betaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Betaha?
The pincode of Betaha is 843324.
What is the population of Betaha?
Betaha has a total population of 8,414, including 4,313 males and 4,101 females.
How many households are there in Betaha?
There are 1,679 households in Betaha.
What is the literacy rate in Betaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Betaha is 25.90%. Male literacy is 31.28% and female literacy is 20.24%.